Transport Manager

• Responsible for route Efficiency - lead review process & compliance to / Optimise van/LGV schedules and 3PL usage
• Responsible for delivering the Operational Performance to the agreed KPI targets
• Fleet / Safety / Legislation / Internal Compliance - deliver expected levels of internal and legislative compliance including responsibility for our Operator licence obligations, ensuring we adhere to the highest levels of safety and compliance.
• Effective planning of resources (driver & vehicle) to deliver KPIs and customer service promises
• Responsible for 100% POD and POC compliance to ensure revenue collection
• Working pro-actively to reduce missed time-slots & late deliveries
• Ensuring any transport issues arising from customers & drivers are resolved
• Routing a large fleet of vehicles for single and multi-drop runs
• Keep in close contact with the drivers & customers offering support and ensuring that runs are progressing correctly
• Briefing & De-Briefing drivers
• Indirect budget responsibility for the vehicle running costs, e.g. fuel and maintenance 

• Hire industry experience is preferred, but not essential 
• People management skills are important, as you will have a small team to lead
• Excellent organisation and planning skills to effectively manage the various moving parts i.e. multiple depots, vehicles and people
• Transport planning experience in a similar or transferable environment such as a Transport office managing multiple locations, drivers and vehicles with responsibility for routing and route optimisation
• Transport compliance and O licence regulations - if you are hold or are working towards a Transport Manager CPC this would be ideal
• IT skills, a good level of technical proficiency is preferred in both transport and workforce management related systems such as Paragon, Job Watch (Big Change) or Rotec and general Microsoft applications such as Excel or Access, Business Objects
• Excellent geographical knowledge of UK road network
• Sound financial/commercial awareness and budget management skills

Sunbelt Rentals is the leader in equipment rentals in the UK, Ireland, US and Canada - as well as specialist operations in Europe. We provide a range of solutions to every market and sector, including construction, industrial, energy, infrastructure, government and events. Our teams make the impossible possible and the unthinkable doable. Turning what if into what is. 

Our people are at the heart of our values and they’re our greatest asset.  We rely on you to look after our customers so in return, we take good care of you.  We recognise the value and uniqueness of our team-mates and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive Sunbelt Rentals, providing equality of opportunity and a culture of fairness and respect.

Your health, safety and wellbeing is really important to us. We’re raising awareness and providing support through initiatives such as our mental health awareness campaign and first-aider programme. You’ll also be able to access a 24-7 employee assistance helpline, counselling services and financial wellbeing support.