Transport Manager
Job Description
We are currently looking for a Transport Manager to manage our Transport/Fleet department at our Headquarters in Steeton (West Yorkshire, UK).
As the Transport Manager, you will be responsible for the comprehensive management of our LGV fleet operations. Your role will encompass route planning, vehicle maintenance, regulatory compliance, and overseeing a team of drivers and support staff to maintain high standards of service and safety. You will work closely with senior management to develop strategies that enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and drive continuous improvement.
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (DOE)
*** Office based with FREE ONSITE PARKING & GREAT TRANSPORT LINKS ***
Why work at Acorn? We can offer:
- Induction and training programme
- Investors in People award
- Healthcare and pension provisions
- Free on-site parking
- Excellent transport links to Leeds, Bradford, and Skipton
- Cycle to work scheme
- Company Events
- On site Canteen (Subsidised food)
- Gym Membership discounts
- Health & wellbeing programme
Must be able to display the Acorn Values
OUR VALUES
- Quality of the products we make and sell and the service we provide
- Unity Working together as one team
- Integrity Acting responsibly and honestly to deliver on our promises
- Caring About our customers, each other and the wider community
- Ambition Taking Pride in all we do and striving to improve
Acorn Achievers:
We run a monthly incentive scheme to recognize employees that go over and above their job duties by rewarding them with a first prize of £100 vouchers and two runner ups of £50 vouchers each.
Recommend a Friend scheme:
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The Ideal Candidate
- CPC (essential)
- Proven experience in transportation management or a similar role
- Strong knowledge of transportation regulations and best practices
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Key Responsibilities
- Leading the fleet team, ensuring high performance and completion of all responsibilities.
- Oversee the routing of LGV vehicles to ensure efficiency and compliance with company standards.
- Oversee driver performance, ensuring adherence to vehicle use policies and tachograph regulations.
- Ensure the team maintains the fleet database, including handling invoices, new and sold vehicles, taxes, MOT, and servicing.
- Manage insurance claims, including reporting and handling until completion.
- Ensure all drivers adhere to company vehicle policies and promote positive driver behaviour.
- Oversee the satisfactory completion of annual and monthly driver audits.
- Oversee the fuel management system and monitor fuel consumption to detect any irregularities or potential fraud
- Maintain the Motor Insurance Database (MID) to ensure all vehicles are covered at all times.
- Produce monthly reports on fuel usage, fleet management, mileage, and conduct fleet reviews.
- Set up accounts at garages for employees and conduct regular price comparison checks on suppliers.
- Ensure proper management and maintenance of all company vehicles in line with VOSA/government regulations.
- Stay informed about industry regulations and ensure fleet compliance.
- Be available on call for emergencies.
Salary Package
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (DOE)
Benefits
- Excellent Transport Links to Leeds, Bradford and Skipton
- Free Parking
- Healthcare Provision
- Induction and Training Programme
- In-house Canteen
- Life Insurance Cover
- On-going Coaching and Development
- Pension Provision
About the Operations Department
Our Operations teams play an important role in keeping everything moving so that our customers receive outstanding service. With more than 1.5 million components in our logistics supply chain our Operations team are able to track the location of every component and know in real time what components our engineers have used. Whether a stairlift installation takes place in Manchester or Milan replacement parts are despatched, often on the same day, to ensure all our customers' needs can be met. Acorn's Global fleet consists of around 600 vehicles which are the workhorses of our organisation and it is vital they are maintained and serviced to a high standard. Opportunities within Operations include team leader, logistics co-ordinator, fleet administration and heavy goods vehicle driver.
Working with Acorn Stairlifts
Employing around 1,500 people worldwide Acorn is the world's largest independent manufacturer and supplier of straight stairlifts, with sales in over 80 countries and offices on 4 continents. Acorn achieved the Investors in People award and continues to invest in its most valuable resource: its people.
