Transport Manager – Magherafelt (BT45) – PCTM1025

  • £45 - £60k
  • Magherafelt (BT45)
  • Permanent Full-Time

Transport Manager

Magherafelt (BT45)

Salary c.£48K – £52K DOE

On behalf of our client, a leading storage and logistics provider within UK and ROI. McKinty Associates are seeking to recruit an experienced Transport Manager. The ideal candidate will bring significant experience in managing a fleet of HGVs, leading a team of transport planners and ensuring legal compliance within industry regulations and safety standards.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate closely with senior management to generate and analyse essential weekly and monthly reports ensuring strict customer KPI’s are achieved.
  • Oversee and maintain effective communication with clients and customers.
  • Utilize resources efficiently ensuring Route optimisation, fleet coordination and delivery performance.
  • Monitor expenses to ensure adherence to targets.
  • Lead and manage the transport team to ensure smooth and effective operations.
  • Oversee operator licence compliance (NI and UK), acting as the named CPC holder.
  • Ensure robust driver compliance, including licence checks, CPC and tachographs.
  • Coordinate with key stakeholders including Warehouse, Operations, Customer service and Finance.
  • Ensure that our track record of excellent customer service is demonstrated at all times.

Eligibility criteria:

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in Transport manager role.
  • Strong knowledge of transport legislation and compliance; CPC qualification essential.
  • UK and ROI transport experience.
  • Experience in a Temperature controlled food transport (Desirable).
  • Excellent leadership skills.
  • Excellent IT skills, especially in Microsoft Excel and Word.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills..
  • Excellent Geographical knowledge of Ireland and UK
  • Proven experience managing budgets and driving efficiency.
  • A team player with a positive attitude.
  • Ability to multi-task, manage deadlines and workload.

To apply for this role please forward your CV ASAP to Paul Coulter at paul@mckintyassociates.com or Tel on 078 0384 3023 to discuss further.

Applications for this role will be considered immediately with a view to placing the right individual ASAP, so please register your interest early. Please note, the opening may close in advance of advertised closing date – this is a guideline only.

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To apply for this role please forward your CV to Paul Coulter at paul@mckintyassociates.com or tel on 07803843023 to discuss further.