Transport Manager

Kilmarnock, Ayrshire
Boyd Recruitment

Job Title: Transport Manager.

Main Purpose of Job:

Boyd Recruitment are currently working alongside a one of the leading companies operating in energy, renewable and telecommunication, who are looking to recruit a Transport Manager.

The Transport Manger is responsible to lead on the replacement programme for Company vehicles and plant To manage the vehicle supply and maintenance contract and associated contractors. To ensure the Company is meeting its statutory and Operators Licence obligations To contribute to the Companies carbon reduction and climate mitigation strategies.

This role will allow someone to work on a part time basis (3-4 days per week)

Key Tasks and Accountabilities:

• Provide strategic direction so that fleet vehicles within the company are procured, maintained, inspected and serviced and that the most cost effective and efficient fleet is maintained.
• Manage vehicle and maintenance budgets allocated in accordance with Company procedures and make timely budgetary recommendations.
• Advise on transport and plant in the Company and advise Management team on alternative products and provide the necessary advice, guidance and direction to ensure equipment required for the provision of the service is suitable and available when required.
• Manage the procurement and maintenance contract for vehicle fleet and mobile plant of the Company
• Monitor and manage contractors/partners performance information. Monitoring service performance and making appropriate interventions and look for improvements that can be made.
• Be the Companies primary Transport Manager taking responsibility for compliance with all license conditions and responding effectively to changes in guidance and regulations set by the Traffic Commissioner.
• Authorise/certify accounts, orders and invoices, within specified limits and ensure compliance with Companies Standing Orders, Financial Regulations and relevant legislation.
• Proactively run the replacement program in liaison with service user representatives for new vehicles and plant, from specification to commissioning.
• Ensure that adequate user training/familiarisation is carried out on delivery of new
• vehicles and equipment.
• Lead on the development or amendment of Transport systems for the section, with specialist support.
• Carry out periodic analysis of accident trends and advise relevant manager.
• Check and approve schedules for MOTs, inspections and servicing.
• Manage contracts and suppliers for Sat Tracking, fuel, traffic signal system, license checks.
• Monitor carbon emissions and fuel use and develop strategies to reduce fleet CO2 emissions through procurement of appropriate technology and achieving efficiencies vin vehicle usage
• Contribute to the development and implementation of corporate projects and policies.
• Responsible for assisting with budget setting of transport budgets for services and ongoing monitoring of the budgets
• Ensure good Health and Safety, and Equal Opportunity practice within the section and by contractors/partners.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Maintain Operator Compliance Risk Score (OCRS)

Aptitudes Required:

• Knowledge of transport methods, costs and benefits
• Maths knowledge
• Knowledge of engineering, science and technology
• Design skills and knowledge
• Analytical thinking skills
• Ability to work well with others
• Complex problem-solving skills
• Good attention to detail.

Experience:

• A clear understanding of all legislation related to transport.
• Sufficient mechanical knowledge of vehicles and mobile plant to make qualitative judgements and inspections on services, repairs and suitability of purchases
• Sound budget management skills
• A sound knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation
• Knowledge of road transport logistics. Specifying, purchasing and evaluating a diverse range of vehicles and mobile plant,
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and influence the Senior Management.

Qualifications:

• Evidence of management experience in a Transport Manager role, relevant to an outward facing service.
• Full clean standard driving license
• Certificate of professional competence, Freight National (or equivalent) and willing and able to obtain the qualification
• Relevant Health & Safety at Work qualification
• 2 year demonstrable experience of managing a relevant Fleet sections, driver training programs and accident prevention
• Good standard of education and
• demonstrable verbal written and numeracy skills.