We are hiring!
Circet Ireland and UK are currently seeking a Transport Manager to join our growing team. The Transport/Fleet Manager will provide and manage a safe, efficient, reliable, and cost-effective transport. Manager will be responsible for providing support to the contracts & senior management as and when required in relation to Transport expertise. To Manage Vehicle Repairs.
Working with Circet
Circet Ireland & UK have built an ever-growing portfolio of specialist services. We are leading providers to the Telecommunications, Transport Infrastructure and Power Sectors in Ireland and the UK. We are driven to be innovative and proactive in delivering solutions that meet our client’s expectations while not losing sight of their changing requirements. With over 4000 employees across Ireland & UK we continue to bring people together to make this happen.
General Responsibilities
Manage the Operator Licence and Operating Centres and PMI checks on Company vehicles
Be a key driver and serious about safety by leading from the front
Plan, organise and manage all garage, transport, activities to meet the business needs
Responsible for the maintenance of all transport and fleet including service history, calibration etc.
Ensure the fleet is properly maintained and all necessary documentation and records are kept
Manage and resolve queries and complaints efficiently and courteously
Adhering to all the company’s safety guidelines including wearing of all personal protective equipment.
Ensure all vehicles are tracked with our telematics systems Samsara.
Transport Audits Annually with FORS and Van Excellence
Key Responsibilities
Liaise with transport admin and ensure invoicing has been completed and ensure hire, fuel, other charges, telematics, repair/maintenance orders are raised on MIS for all costs.
Promote and ensure understanding of and compliance with transport policies, procedures, and legislation (e.g., Tachograph, towing, ADR regulations)
Check Driver Files are up to date addressing appropriately if not – Build & maintain Files for all drivers and all training records and Driving Licence kept on file keep for 2 Years.
Maintain Operating Centres & Operator licence for your area – ensure compliance with Licence Operator regulations are met without fail. Reporting any non – compliance attend all operator centres as per Traffic Commissioner guidelines.
Ensure competitive pricing for parts
Ensure all Vehicles are sign written correctly with the Circet Livery.
Liaise with transport admin and ensure monthly reports are produced and distributed accordingly addressing appropriately if not.
All legal requirements and Fleet requirements to be met on all owned/hired vehicles.
Ensure drivers are aware of laws relating to driving hours and rest times/breaks (RTWTD).
Ensure all vehicles over 3.5 ton adhere to the 6 weekly checks required by Operator licencing.
Ensure all vehicles have motor insurance as required by Law.
Ensure all drivers meet the legal requirements across UK.
Ensure all accident and defect reporting for all fleet vehicles including any insurance claims.
Responsible for the control of fuel cards also issuing vehicles through our in-house system.
Mechanical experience manage work for mobile mechanic on own vehicles daily/weekly schedule for routine maintenance inspection and repairs.
Procurement experience dealing with suppliers and pricing of third-party garages and parts and verifying invoices and pro forma invoiced for external work and Purchase order entries.
Managing Drivers for the FORS Driver training courses.
Knowledge Requirements
CPC Qualification and Good Repute Minimum 3 years’ experience.
Proficient IT Microsoft and systems skills. Understanding of MIS / Telematics.
Effective time management.
Effective management skills through others.
Team player with a flexible approach towork & hours of work.
Flexibility in relation to working hours.
Why work in Circet?
Be part of a company that encourages involvement, diversity and inclusion
Be part of a company that nurtures excellence and develops leaders
Be part of a company that encourages personal development and career progression through our further education programme, mentoring programme and pathway programme
Be part of a company that is dedicated to making a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility
You will get a competitive salary and a benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave per annum, company pension, life assurance, access to Employee Assistance Programmes and access to career developmental opportunities.
Circet IRE & UK is an inclusive organisation and welcomes all applications. Our mission is to create a workforce that consists of individuals with talent, skills and potential across all areas of our business. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.