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Astute's Renewables team is exclusively partnering with a forward-thinking influential player in the UK anaerobic digestion / biogas sector to recruit a Transport Operations Manager for its Linwood, Glasgow site.
The strategically important Transport Operations Manager role comes with a salary of up to 53,000 depending on experience, an attractive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development.
If you're a Transport Operations Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that values integrity, sustainability, and people-centred leadership, submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and Duties
Reporting to the Head of Fleet, you will:
- Lead daily transport operations, ensuring all vehicles, associated assets, and movements are managed and optimised for efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with policies, risk assessments, safety protocols, and industry regulations.
- Drive a culture of health, safety, and environmental compliance across all operations.
- Ensure smooth communication and alignment across teams and with senior management.
- Coordinate and optimise the movement of feedstock, biofertiliser, and intra-company products.
- Oversee maintenance schedules to minimise downtime and maintain fleet reliability.
- Identify and implement improvements to enhance safety, compliance, and environmental impact.
- Collaborate with internal departments to enhance operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
- Lead, motivate, and develop a team of drivers and administrative staff.
- Prepare budgets, forecasts, and reports, ensuring financial and operational targets are achieved.
- Foster relationships with regulatory bodies, suppliers, and key customers.
- Act as a named competent person on the company's Operator License, adhering to Traffic Commissioner requirements.
- Manage budgets effectively to optimise revenue and reduce costs, including minimising third-party haulage fees.
Professional Qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics Management or 3-5 years operational experience (
- Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)
- Full UK Driving License (C+E license desirable).
Personal Skills
The Transport Operations Manager role would suit someone who is:
- A confident leader with a proven ability to manage and motivate teams.
- Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
- Commercially aware, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- A proactive communicator who builds strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- Committed to continuous improvement and innovation within transport operations.
Salary and Benefits of the Transport Operations Manager Role
- Salary of up to 53,000 depending on experience
- Death in service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Private health care
- Pension
- Excellent holiday allowance
INDREN
Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
