About the Role Overall responsibility for ensuring the safe, efficient and effective running of the fleet in the transport operation for a European Freight company and ensuring that the fleet is up to date with industry standards and haulage regulations. The role will be conducted over a 10-hour day shift, Monday to Friday. The annual Salary will be circa £50k (Gross) depending on specific experience in Air Freight and European Haulage. Ideal Person To have at least 10 years experience of working within a Transport department, involving HGVs. Ideal applicant will have experience and knowledge of operating a HGV fleet within Europe. Ideally also have experience within the Air Freight sector. Be able to work alongside 2 other Transport Managers, as part of the overall team, so being a strong team player will be extremely important. Key Deliverables in role: Maintain O Licence data to the satisfaction of the Office of the Traffic Commissioner and DVSA. Maintain vehicle planner and all documentation relating to fleet, arrange routine preventative maintenance of fleet with various workshops and ensure Companys VOR policy is enforced Manage and review preventative maintenance processes and implement change as and when required Monitor drivers defect reporting and challenge individuals where necessary Monitoring of vehicle, driver downloads, missing mileage & tacho infringements Review tachograph data regularly to spot any driver rule violations and provide appropriate training to help drivers improve their overall performance Controlling WTD report process & reporting of stats to senior management Communicating with driver population ensuring that they are kept up to date with relevant training/qualifications and company policies and any changes to drivers legal requirements both in the UK and EU where necessary Data input: RHA portal / fleet maintenance spreadsheet and ensure driver licence/DCPC training up to date on RHA portal Vehicle defect tracking & management, ensure daily handovers containing vehicle related issues are resolved in a timely manner to ensure effective availability of fleet for the operations team Timely escalation of H&S/RTA issues to General Manager Tyre inspections monitored and fleet compliance checked engage with national/EU suppliers to reduce costs long term Ensure the site Health & Safety policies are maintained & followed Ensure all vehicles are legal and registered for the appropriate O licence Recruitment & Onboarding of qualified and experienced PAYE drivers who meet all legal and regulatory requirements. Accident investigation, liaising with insurance brokers & 3 rd parties to resolve issues and ensure minimum downtime of fleet Actively maintain self-Continuous Professional Development by attending seminars/meetings. Investigate and advise on opportunities to improve aspects of providing continuous and effective control of the transport operation. Demonstrate knowledge of transportation regulations, logistics processes, EU driving legislation and overall transport management, provide advice and guidance on legislation and good practices relating to fleet management issues with the operational team members Other duties as necessary to help the business as required by the Operations Managers.