We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Transport & Fleet Manager for TH WHITE Group. Reporting to Alex Scott, this role will be responsible for the day-to-day oversight and management of TH WHITE LTD’s Operator’s Licence and the development, performance and maintenance of the Company’s fleet of commercial vehicles.
Hours:
Full time 39 hours a week, Monday to Friday. We are, however, open to minor variations to this pattern.
Key Duties will Include:
- Named Transport Manager on TH WHITE LTD. Operator Licence. If not already acquired the company would assist the incumbent in achieving the O licence qualification.
- Fleet Manager for whole of TH WHITE LTD. Fleet of vehicles
- Ensure appropriate audit systems are in place to record monitoring of compliance in accordance with the expectations of the Operator Licence
- Ensuring compliance with Driver’s hours regulations (EU and Domestic) and the Working Time Directive in accordance with legislation
- Management of driver licencing, CPC qualifications and driver training requirements
- Ensure that drivers are adequately trained and competent to drive company vehicles and equipment
- Ensure completion and retention of HGV driver daily defect reports and reported defects are recorded and rectified in accordance with legislation
- Strict management of vehicle maintenance and service regimes to minimise vehicle down-time and costs
- Ensuring all vehicles are kept in a safe and roadworthy condition and any defects are recorded and repaired promptly
- Developing and maintaining positive relationships with vehicle manufacturers, parts providers, maintenance contractors, hire companies and insurance companies
- Responsible for drafting and implementing effective policies and processes which will improve fleet utilisation, reducing fleet CO2 emissions and deliver financial efficiencies
- Monitoring fleet costs and ensuring they remain within budget
- Managing fuel cards for Company vehicles
The Ideal Applicant:
- Experienced in Transport & Fleet Management
- Proven track record of developing and implementing a fleet strategy
- Experienced in financial management and controlling budgets
- Comprehensive knowledge of statutory requirements relating to the operation of a vehicle fleet
Contact
For more information about this position, please contact T H White recruitment.
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