Transport Manager – Okehampton
💰 Salary: £36,000 – £38,000
📍 Location: Okehampton
📅 Full‑time | Permanent
🛑 ADR Experience Required
Our client is seeking a highly organised and experienced Transport Manager to oversee transport operations at their Okehampton site. This is a key role ensuring compliance, efficiency, and high safety standards across the fleet — with particular responsibility for ADR‑regulated activities.
Key Responsibilities
Transport Operations
Manage the day‑to‑day running of the transport function.
Plan routes, schedules, and resources for maximum efficiency.
Ensure all deliveries are completed on time and to customer standards.
Compliance & Safety
Maintain full compliance with DVSA, O‑Licence requirements and ADR regulations.
Ensure vehicle checks, defect reporting, and maintenance schedules are adhered to.
Keep clear records for audits and compliance inspections.
People Management
Lead, support and develop drivers and transport staff.
Conduct driver briefings, debriefs, performance reviews and training.
Manage driver hours in line with Working Time Directive and tachograph laws.
ADR Responsibilities
Oversee safe handling, storage, loading and transport of ADR goods.
Ensure drivers follow ADR procedures and have correct certification.
Liaise with external bodies where required regarding hazardous materials.
Liaison & Communication
Work closely with customers, suppliers and internal departments.
Resolve transport issues quickly and professionally.
Support continuous improvement across operations.
About You – Key Requirements
Proven experience as a Transport Manager (essential).
Strong working knowledge of ADR regulations.
Excellent understanding of transport legislation and compliance.
CPC qualification (essential or working towards).
Strong leadership, planning and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced logistics environment.
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