Job Description
VANRATH are delighted to be assisting a major client with the Recruitment of a Logistics Manager to join a growing and dynamic team.
Hours - 07:30-18:00 - Flexible Start times up to 08:30
Salary - £35,000 - £40,000 + Overtime available
Key Responsibilities :
* Manage and oversee the distribution department, including domestic drivers and the routing team across five locations.
* Ensure vehicles in your area are routed and scheduled in compliance with driver's hours regulations and the Working Time Directive.
* Maintain efficient communication between the department and sales teams regarding delivery schedules and related matters.
* Guarantee the safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of products while adhering to health, safety, and environmental standards.
* Monitor and manage drivers' hours, breaks, and tachograph usage in line with current legislation.
* Oversee rota planning, timesheet analysis, and daily operational checks.
* Ensure accurate completion and maintenance of all departmental documentation and administrative tasks daily.
* Supervise vehicle monitoring and coordinate minor maintenance for the domestic tanker fleet within your responsibility.
* Manage driver annual leave and absences, working closely with the HR department.
* Collaborate with HR on driver recruitment, including interviews, inductions, training, and the provision of PPE.
* Keep the Operations Director informed of any road traffic accidents (RTAs) or vehicle maintenance issues.
* Investigate transport-related incidents such as RTAs, contamination, spillage, property damage, vehicle damage, or driver misconduct, ensuring completion of all relevant driver documentation and reports.
* Oversee depot management, including monitoring product storage, water dips, markings/description, meters, and tank gauging to ensure compliance with required quality standards.
* Provide excellent customer care at all times.
Essential Criteria:
* Proven experience in a supervisory role within the transport sector.
* Strong knowledge of transport regulations and compliance requirements.
* Possession of a category C+E license, ADR license, and CPC (preferred).
* Excellent geographic knowledge of Northern Ireland and familiarity with planning/scheduling systems (preferred).
For more information on this role please contact Phil Doherty @ VANRATH