Operations Controller

We are currently seeking an Operations Controller to join our Operations team at our Burton Latimer site on a full time permanent basis!

As an Operations Controller you will contribute to the success of the site by managing drivers and vehicles ensuring that legal requirements are adhered to vehicles are roadworthy and drivers working within EU driver regulations. You will also have some responsibility for effective site management in accordance with company policies and procedures ensuring compliance with relevant H&S regulations.  

Shift: 4 on 4 off 18:00 06:00.

Salary: 33945 per annum.

Key Duties of an Operations Controller include:

• Depot reports to be completed daily in agreed timelines.

• Manage driver recruitment liaising with the driver trainer to ensure all new drivers are correctly assessed interviewed and inducted into the business.

• Be responsible for new Employee Details Form current address and contact numbers next of kin details all signed Safe Systems of Work (SSW) documentation signed off tachograph infringement records holiday request documents appraisal file note and disciplinary records.

• Conduct exit interviews and complete documentation relating to leavers forwarding to Payroll/HR dept.

• Manage drivers holiday plan within agreed levels. 

• Managing driver absences in line with the Company sickness and absence policy

• Management of agency driver booking and to ensure that the agency driver procedures are followed in particular Safe Systems of Work.

• Management of drivers Working Time Directive (WTD) regulations 

• Infringement management in line with the Company tachograph policy.

• Investigate all incidents accidents and near misses uploading all those deemed major to the Company reporting system.

• Investigation of all unaccounted distance occurrences. 

• Booking of CPC course ensuring drivers are completing annual requirement of hours.

• Weekly completion of agency pay queries and made up hours report.

• Investigating PCN/NIPs taking further action with drivers where necessary.

• Monitor Microlise usage and take further action for noncompliance.

• Ensure that all Company policies and procedures are fully complied with including relevant Health & Safety and statutory legislation. Comply with Company Disciplinary Procedure and ensure Grievance Procedure is followed correctly. 

• Carrying out additional tasks delegated by the Management Team.

Qualifications :

Essential:

• GSCE in Maths and English at at least a grade C or equivalent.
• 5 GSCEs at at least a grade C or equivalent.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows package (word and excel in particular).
• Strong working knowledge of GTS and the GTS system.
• Knowledge of and experience within the logistics sector.
• Good working knowledge of WTD and EU drivers hours regulations

Desirable:

• Nationally recognised Health and Safety qualification
• CPC National Qualification
• At least 5 years experience in a managerial role within the transport industry

Additional Information :

As part of our drive to make Stobart a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave  20 days inclusive of bank holidays.
• Pension scheme We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirements so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 3% employer.
• Life Assurance   x 2 your annual salary.
• Wellness  Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days 365 days a year.
• Eye Care Vouchers  We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition  We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts  Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime