Job Description:
Alliance Tool Hire is a fast-growing independent tool hire company with 10 branches across the South of England. We are looking for a dedicated Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) & Transport Manager to join our team and build on our safety-first culture.
This role is based at either our Mitcham, South London, or Horsham, Sussex branch, with travel across the depot network required for a minimum of 1-2 days per week.
Responsibilities
1. Transport
* Manage vehicle maintenance, servicing, and repairs; oversee vehicle checks; respond to incidents; liaise with insurance providers as required.
* Monitor transport costs, fuel usage, and driver performance to enhance efficiency.
* Manage transport-related contracts and relationships with external providers, e.g., vehicle leasing companies and repair networks.
* Ensure compliance with transport legislation and company health and safety policies; maintain FORS accreditation.
1. Health & Safety
* Develop and oversee the company’s health & safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments; ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
* Conduct regular internal audits and support external audits across the depot network; resolve issues identified.
* Oversee safety training and deliver toolbox talks for staff, including induction programs for new employees.
* Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses; report findings and implement corrective actions.
Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in transport management and health & safety management, ideally in the hire or construction-related sectors.
* Commercial mindset with negotiation skills for dealing with suppliers such as vehicle leasing companies and repair networks.
* Ability to develop policies and procedures based on best practices and advice from external experts.
* Hands-on, pragmatic approach with attention to detail and a bias for action.
* Confidence in delivering training and engaging staff in safety awareness initiatives.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, H&S management software, and transport management software.
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