Transport Assistant Manager
Newry
5 days out of 6 as per rota
Rate of pay: £45k – depending on experience.
Gentech are delighted to be partnering with our client based in Newry who are seeking a Transport Assistant Manager to oversee the daily delivery operations. You’ll play a key role in ensuring efficient route planning, driver performance, and fleet compliance while driving continuous improvement across the team.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Plan, review, and optimise delivery routes with a focus on cost-efficiency and service performance.
- Manage driver rotas (4 weeks in advance), ensuring full shift coverage and effective absence planning.
- Oversee driver performance, including hours, safety standards, uniform compliance, and debriefing.
- Maintain fleet tracking and provide real-time delivery updates to the customer service team.
- Ensure all drivers complete vehicle checks and logbooks daily; perform regular fleet audits.
- Coordinate vehicle servicing, repairs (including fridges), and ensure all certifications are up to date.
- Maintain accurate records of mileage, servicing, tax, and insurance using the fleet spreadsheet.
- Monitor and reconcile fuel usage weekly; manage fuel card and key returns.
- Induct new drivers and maintain up-to-date licence checks and a skills matrix for coverage planning.
- Provide senior management with regular updates on departmental performance, covering financial outcomes, operational efficiency and key team metrics.
- Lead and support the team across all aspects of people management
- Promote a strong health and safety culture and ensure depot readiness for audits.
- Support a smooth handover process between day and night teams.
Essential Criteria
- Experience in a transport or logistics supervisory/management role.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Knowledge of fleet compliance, driver regulations, and route optimisation tools.
- A proactive mindset with a commitment to operational excellence.
What we offer
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Opportunities for growth within a high-performing logistics operation.
- A supportive team environment focused on safety, efficiency, and delivery success.
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