Transport Depot Controller - St. Neots, United Kingdom - Explore Transport

Explore Transport

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St. Neots, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Introduction
We are currently seeking a Transport Depot Controller to join the team based at St Neots. The primary objectives of this role are to ensure depot responsibilities are achieved and maintained to a high standard.

Acting as an ambassador for the Explore brand you will be responsible for developing a positive, forward thinking culture which will be embedded in driver standards to assist with the delivery of Explore's values of Safety, Service and Efficiency.

Main responsibilities

Be the leading stakeholder for driver infringement management (Tru-Tac)
Management of EU & WTD regulations in line with 'O' Licensing obligations, escalating areas of concern accordingly
Enhance communications with driver team
Be a key stakeholder in Driver Forum process
Become drivers POC for operational issues
Assist with LGV Driver recruitment
Interviewing / Driving Assessments / Probationary Reviews
Assist with incident investigations, produce appropriate summary / escalation reports where required
In conjunction with the Training Team ensure full FORS compliance across driver team
Assist with managing the PCN / Fines resolution process
Manage LGV Driver Absence / RTW Interviews escalating any issues / concerns
Cascade ownership
In conjunction with the Training Team, embrace the use of available vehicle telematics and camera systems to offer coaching / performance improvements across the driver team
Be a key stakeholder undertaking disciplinary investigations
Ensure Cab / Uniform inspections are performed ensuring both drivers and vehicles adhere to Explore Transport's exacting standards
Addressing / Escalating issues where applicable
Undertake the relevant test & inspection of all accessories / auxiliary equipment allocated to trucks, trailers & drivers within your depot, ensuring full compliance
Ensure auxiliary equipment stock levels are maintained at an agreed level (Quartermaster)
Own the issuing of and signing out of such equipment (ET & Subcontract Drivers) to ensure tight controls exist and costs are apportioned where necessary
To ensure all parked trailers are chocked & park brakes applied where applicable
Assist with governance of fleet compliance for base and designated satellite depots, VOR & lock trailers off etc and communicate to key stakeholders in business
Undertake daily yard / trailer checks and cascade to the wider business
Frequency to be determined (Regional)
Supervise depot shunting operations and trailer changeovers

Qualifications

Required:

CPC
National or International
LGV Class 1 Licence
Valid Driver Qualification Card
IOSH or equivalent

Preferred:

Driver Assessor Qualification
Supervisory Qualification
Telehandler/FLT Licence
Chains and Inspection Training/Experience
Slinger Signaller Qualified
Plant Load/Secure Qualified
Banksman Qualified
ALLMI D1 + E Qualified

Experience

Sound understanding of transport legislation and operations, with supervisory / management experience
Be able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, with the ability to multitask while maintaining professionalism throughout

Skills/Knowledge

Proficient in the use of MS Office
Proven written, numerical, communication and verbal skills
Accurate typing skills recognising need for attention to detail

In return, we offer a range of benefits including:

Competitive salary
Company medical scheme
Ongoing training and development
Pension scheme

If you want to grow with a rapidly expanding, industry leading company within the specialist plant and transport industry, then this could be the opportunity for you

Please be advised we reserve the right to close the advert early.