Job Description

Are you a passionate operations manager in the Transport & Logistics industry?

We are looking for a self-motivated, driven individual who enjoys a challenge to manage, coach and lead our Transport Operations in Coalville. The role requires a CAN-DO attitude. We are a fast-paced family business with plenty of opportunities for growth so if this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

MTS Logistics Ltd are a family-led Logistic and Warehousing company who run a modern, well-presented specialised fleet of vehicles offering professional sustainable solutions.

Job Purpose

The role will provide crucial support to the General Manager in overseeing and enhancing driver compliance across the fleet, mainly Heavy Goods Vehicles. This role focusses on ensuring adherence to relevant regulations relating to the Company's Operating Licence and codes of industry good practice across all activities undertaken.This role includes overseeing and supporting a small office team and a great group of drivers. This role will also oversee the daily planning and routing of the vehicles in a 24/7 operation.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

To ensure the Transport function operates profitably. Ensuring our TMS is used to the best of its capability along with our sign on glass system. Take responsibility for ensuring the company's policies in respect of Health & Safety are maintained and enforced complying to all legislative requirements Maintain a high level of customer service by ensuring a polite and well-mannered approach is received by the customer. Ensuring vehicle defect end to end process is always watertight. Collaborate with the management team to address compliance & H&S issues To line manage and coach all members of staff within the Transport Operations Team Carry out effective 1 to 1's Work closely with HR on leading, mentoring, and developing a team of transportation professionals. Ensuring through peaks, holidays and other absences that the office has enough cover and operates effectively. Ensure department checklists are completed and reviewed on a regular basis Building unbreakable relationships with customers ensuring MTS are at the top of their list to call. Drive the collaboration and communication between Planning and Compliance teams to ensure this is effective To hold daily AM & PM meetings with the team to ensure clear direction of the tasks in hand along with any issues that may have arisen. Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Investigate accidents or incidents to determine causes and prevent reoccurrence Assess compliance, or operational risks and develop risk management strategies with respective operational leads Over see documentation of compliance activities such as the company's accreditation to FORS, FIAS and any other customer related compliance requirements

Requirements

Maintain or gain Transport Manager CPC HGV Licence & driving experience Experience of working closely / liaising regularly with a workshop Proven experience in fleet compliance Excellent knowledge of parts, spend cost, and labour hours Proven experience in the general haulage industries is essential Strong understanding of transport and traffic regulatory requirements and reporting Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail Ability to work independently and as part of a team Experience with FIAS and or FORS is an advantage
We are looking to recruit the right individual who has a flare and passion for operational hands on management. If you are interested in the role and believe you can bring the skills required to deliver the key responsibilities of this role we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Experience:

Leadership: 2 years (preferred) Transport Management: 3 years (required) Logistics and Warehouse: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Transport Managers CPC (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person