Transport Operations Manager

Bristol, Somerset
WH Bence

WH Bence have an exciting opportunity for a Transport Operations Manager to join our team.

Location: Yate, Bristol

Salary: c. £45,000 per annum, dependent on qualifications and experience.

Job Type: Permanent

About Us:

WH Bence is looking to recruit a Transport Operations Manager to work in conjunction with an existing transport and service administration team. The role is based at the WH Bence premises in Yate, Bristol.

Bence manufacture specialised emergency service and medical vehicles.

The transport division is responsible for undertaking the logistics of our customer’s medical fleet as well as contracts for hospitality clients.

Transport Operations Manager – Key Responsibilities:

– Ensure maintenance of all Bence vehicles and trailers has been arranged in good time, and that MOT’s and tachograph calibrations are booked in advance

– Ensuring drivers complete daily walk around vehicle checks, record any defects on their vehicles and that these are properly actioned for repair

– Monitoring vehicle defects and driver infringements

– Checking tachographs/driver card records for violations and any discrepancies

– Ensuring cleanliness of Bence vehicles at all times

– Managing hospitality vehicles and trailers, including cleanliness between events, adhering to loading lists and catering requirements

– Working closely with the production team for movements between our three sites and collection of materials as needed

– Liaising with customers of Bence to arrange transportation as required

– Maintaining a safe working environment on the premises, in conjunction with the service manager, to include managing parking and storage

– Conducting site surveys and applying for movement orders for oversized loads, as needed.

– Preparation of Risk Assessments and Method Statements

– Liaising with crane providers and making bookings as needed

– Ensuring an adequate level of driver cover and being able to drive for the Company to cover any shortfall, including weekends (if required)

– Overseeing administrative responsibilities of the transport team, including disciplinaries, holidays, absenteeism

– HGV driving as and when necessary

– Duties reasonably expected of you by the Company during the course of your employment

Transport Operations Manager – You:

– Experience in a transport management role

– HGV C + E Licence

– Transport Manager CPC qualification

– A sound understanding of transport legislation, compliance and regulatory matters (Operator Licensing, Driver’s Hours Rules, European Working Time Directive etc)

– Exceptional organisation and communication skills

– Ability to manage people effectively and work with colleagues at all levels

– Strong IT skills including the use of Microsoft Excel

– Ability to multi-task, problem solve and work well under pressure

– A flexible working attitude

If you believe you have the right experience and skill set for this Transport Operations Manager and are looking for an opportunity to join a thriving successful company, then press ‘Apply’ today to forward your CV for consideration.