4/4 Transport Shift Manager

Fresh Freight Group is looking to recruit a Transport Shift Manager to join their team at their site in Washington. The role of the Transport Shift Manager will be to plan and execute collection and delivery schedules via the most cost-efficient means, in line with the business objectives, customer service levels, and current legislative requirements. 48 hours per week 4 on 4 off shift pattern Additional benefits: Life assurance Pension Exceptional fleet Opportunity for training and development (CPC training) Full Uniform and PPE Onsite Parking Cycle to work scheme Loyalty Awards (recognising employees with 5, 10, 20, 30, and 40 years’ service) Employee benefits and discounts across a range of top brands (including shopping, travel, motoring, and days out) About the job: Lead on the full utilisation of IT systems and vehicles to ensure accurate and appropriate allocation of drivers, vehicles, loads, and trailers to improve both the efficiency of the department and the Group. Provide leadership and motivation to your team to build an effective and engaged workforce, resulting in improved productivity and sustained customer service levels. Ensure sufficient staffing levels are in place at all times, including agency staff, to meet or exceed customer requirements. Build, grow, and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders within both the business and the Group to promote partnership working and improve operational efficiency. Create, promote, and implement clear communication channels with internal departments and external customers to improve KPIs and the profitability of the business. Lead on the effective management of driver hours by authorising driver timesheets weekly and auditing hours against relevant systems to ensure compliance with all regulations. Communicate effectively with all internal and external customers, including load sheets for the warehouse, handovers to relevant departments, vehicle and trailer maintenance, and operational delays, to ensure a smooth and efficient service. Lead on the implementation and management of safe working practices, general housekeeping, and manage audits from both external and internal clients to ensure the Company’s compliance. Your knowledge and experience: Logistics qualification is desirable Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) or equivalent is desirable Working knowledge of the Highway Code, EU tachograph requirements, Working Time Regulations, and Road Transport Regulations Commercial awareness Working knowledge of transport operation systems Geography knowledge Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations Relevant transport management experience Ability to analyse and solve logistic problems Understanding and application of company values, which include being Safe, Talented, Attentive, and Reliable

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