Assistant Transport Manager
Cantello Tayler Recruitment are currently recruiting for an Assistant Transport Manager to join a well-established and growing foodservice distribution business based in Uxbridge. This is a critical role with responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of a busy transport department and ensuring all deliveries are completed safely, efficiently and in line with customer expectations.
Working 11pm – 8am, 6 days a week Monday – Saturday, competitive salary and benefits.
The Assistant Transport Manager will support the Transport Manager in the smooth running of the transport operation, leading drivers and ensuring all compliance, service and performance standards are consistently achieved.
You will be a hands-on leader with strong organisational and people management skills, able to motivate teams and drive continuous improvement within a fast-paced distribution environment.
Assistant Transport Manager duties include:
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Oversee daily transport operations and ensure all delivery SLAs and schedules are achieved
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Lead, manage and motivate a team of 40+ drivers and transport staff
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Ensure full compliance with all transport legislation, company policies and H&S requirements
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Monitor driver performance, conduct reviews and address absence or conduct issues
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Support route planning and operational efficiency improvements
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Ensure all vehicles and drivers remain fully compliant (licences, MOTs, servicing, insurance and legal requirements)
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Maintain clear communication between transport and other departments
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Manage rota scheduling, payroll submissions and annual leave processes
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Investigate and report on incidents, accidents and compliance issues
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Audit fuel card usage and support cost control measures
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Train, coach and develop new and existing transport staff
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Provide holiday and operational cover for the Transport Manager when required
Assistant Transport Manager required skills and experience:
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CPC qualified
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Valid UK Class 1 & 2 driving licence
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Minimum 5 years’ multi-drop delivery driving experience
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Previous transport or logistics supervisory experience
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Experience managing large driver teams (40+ staff)
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Strong knowledge of transport compliance and HGV operations
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Experience within FMCG, foodservice, warehouse or distribution environments
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Excellent organisational and communication skills
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Confident managing performance and holding difficult conversations
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Flexible, hands-on approach with the ability to support operations when required
If this Assistant Transport Manager role is of interest to you, please click apply or contact Marie Spratley in our Egham office
