Who are we? Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is a family run business owned and run by the Smith family since 1982. Smiths has grown from a single owner-operated plant hire company to a multifaceted group with family values still firmly at the heart of each project undertaken. With depots in Avonmouth, Cardiff, Gloucester, Stonehouse and Tewkesbury we operate predominately across the South-West of England. We specialise in Construction, Waste Management, Plant Hire, Demolition and Transport operations. What we are looking for: A responsible and experienced Transport Manager who will assume responsibility for a fleet of 150 trucks and 250 vans. As Senior Transport Manager you will have ultimate responsibility for the development, performance and maintenance of all the organisation’s HGV, Cars and Van fleet. You will be required to produce an efficient running fleet, maximising service, performance, value and profitability against set targets. You will need to ensure efficient running and effective control through proactive management. Through your stewardship, the operating divisions will be provided with vehicles that are safe, ready and roadworthy to complete their duties whilst also developing a team of Logistics Managers and driving a safety culture within the business function. Responsibilities for the job role: Assist and manage, by directing and monitoring the condition and performance of the fleet to increase efficiency and maximise service, performance, value and profit Effective liaison, support and assistance with the whole of the organisation Maintain and improve mechanisms for the operation of the fleet, including surveying and measuring the satisfaction with the fleet service and disseminate feedback to the appropriate internal entities Utilise agreed systems to manage the fleet – operation, functions, analysis and documentation Direct the development of plans for the fleet to achieve targets Developing plans for fleet improvements What can we offer you? Life Assurance Scheme Free on-site Parking Corporate gym membership discount Annual Salary Review Employee discount (50% on Skip Hire, other discounts on group services) Progression opportunities 24 hour unlimited access to mental health support What are our core values? If these values align with yours you are in the right place Honesty - We believe that honesty in all matters is the best policy. Family values - We operate as a family unit with high moral standards, discipline and respect. Hardworking - We are certain that nothing is impossible if you work hard enough at it. Reliability - We pride ourselves on not letting people down and being true to our word. Environmental sustainability - We aim to minimise the impact that our company has on the environment by reducing emissions and waste, and recycling a large proportion of our waste (90% plus). We truly believe in a greener future for generations to come. Please apply if you are interested in this role and we will come back to you.