Transport Operations Manager

• Location: Burton on Trent, Staffordshire
• Job Type: Full Time
• Salary: £50,000-£53,000 per annum
• Benefits : Pension, Online discount scheme, Free parking, Holidays 28 per year, free travel pass, opportunity for professional growth and development, funded training.

You will be instrumental in ensuring a safe, punctual, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of services.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Oversee the traffic office and supervisory team.
• Responsible for first-line driver management, including conducting driver appraisals, identifying training needs, and improving staff skills.
• Manage the allocation of work, lost mileage, network issues, and punctuality.
• Ensure compliance with policies, standard operating procedures, and all relevant legislation.
• Support the Director in delivering agreed plans and budgets, maintaining established levels of service and quality.
• Adhere to the Operator’s Licence undertakings.
• Conduct daily KPI checks including random drug and alcohol testing, driving licence checks, gate checks, service monitoring, and depot punctuality.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Excellent knowledge and understanding of British Domestic Hours Rules (Transport Act 1968 and the WTR Working Time Regulations 1998).
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Email).
• Systems such as : Familiarity with Omni-das and Ticketer systems.
• Transport Manager CPC qualification.

How to Apply:

To apply for the Service Delivery Manager position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Ensure your application highlights your leadership skills and your ability to manage complex operational challenges effectively.

This role requires a proactive leader who can foster teamwork and ensure operational excellence. If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we look forward to hearing from you.