Transport Manager – Magherafelt (BT45) – PCTM1025

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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