Axis Logistics is a member of the Prax Group providing streamlined road tanker logistics operations and supplying premium fuel to our many customers across the UK.
Based at our Kingsbury site, with regular weekly travel to Thurrock, we are seeking an experienced Transport Manager, reporting to our Operations and Fleet Manager to ensure legal compliance and safety of all of our vehicles and drivers.
This is a full-time permanent position which offers an excellent salary, company car/car allowance, company benefits and career progression opportunities.
Principal Responsibilities
Ensuring legal compliance and safety of all drivers and vehicles
Managing HR processes including sickness and absence, grievance and disciplinary
procedures
Conducting thorough and accurate incident investigations
Liaison with unions
Implement measures to ensure that systems of work are being adhered to
Conduct toolbox talks/Training/driver engagement at all locations
Recruitment and selection of drivers and Traffic office team
Managing the Service, Inspection, and repair of the fleet
Driver Performance management
Managing the driver rota and holiday planning
Manage the production/compilation of risk assessments for delivery sites
Providing general leadership and direction to the transport team. Feeding back performance
Conduct monthly depot audits
lead by example and promote a safe, compliant working environment
Communicate effectively with other stake holders
Good geographical knowledge
Continuous improvement, identify opportunities for process improvement and implement change to streamline the operation
and applying corrective measures.
Management of all aspects of driver training, assessment, and qualification
Personal Specification
In depth experience in all aspects of road transport and, ideally, experience in fuel distribution.
Strong leadership skills
Financial management experience
National or International CPC.
Experienced with working in a highly unionised environment with strong administrative and communication skills.