Transport Manager
- Rashani Johnson
- Lead Principal Delivery Consultant
JOB ROLE: Fleet Transport Manager (Waste Management and Recycling)
LOCATION: East Midlands
CONTRACT LENGTH: 6 months (likely extension or temp to perm)
DAY RATE: £300 – £320 per day (IR35 TBD)
DAYS IN OFFICE REQUIRED: Hybrid working – 1-2 days per week / as and when needed.
Panoramic Associates is currently working with a Local Authority client based in the East Midlands to facilitate the appointment of a Transport Manager on an interim basis for a 6-month contract (with a likely extension) to sit within the council’s waste and recycling function.
Within this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational performance of the waste and recycling fleet and ensure the vehicles are compliant with transport legislation.
Responsibilities of the Role:
- Take charge of fleet, vehicle, and workshop services, ensuring efficient maintenance and compliance with regulations.
- As the O Licence holder, your primary role is to navigate the regulatory landscape and provide essential support and guidance on O licensing matters.
- Managing the workshop is another integral aspect of your responsibilities. Beyond day-to-day operations, you play a pivotal role in scheduling vehicle maintenance.
- Ensure all aspects of operations are compliant and align with regulatory standards, reducing the risk of penalties and promoting a culture of adherence to industry norms.
- Responsible for the fleet management programme. Your role will involve making strategic decisions on vehicle acquisition, disposal, and overall fleet optimisation.
- In collaboration with the fleet manager, you will provide oversight to the team.
To be successful in the role, you will have:
- Proven experience in fleet and transport management.
- Transport Management CPC is essential as you will be the O’Licence holder.
- Strong knowledge of waste management operations.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills.
- You will be from a transport/distribution management background.
- At least 1-2 years of relevant experience.
Next Steps:
This assignment is an initial 6-month contract with a likely extension or opportunity for temp to perm, offering a competitive day rate of £300-£320 per day (IR35 status TBD), dependent on experience. The role requires in-office visits as and when needed (1-2 days per week) with the remainder remote.
If you are an experienced Fleet Transport manager within Waste and Recycling and would like to know, more click apply or contact Rashani Johnson at Panoramic Associates.
