Transport Operations Manager

Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond Are you looking for a position in which you can set direction and help shape our company If so then you could be the newest addition to our team as Transport Operations Manager.

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About the role

As Transport Operations Manager youll take full responsibility for the day-to-day management performance and development of our Kettering transport operation. Youll lead the Palletline operation DFDS-owned fleet and third-party transport partners ensuring we deliver a safe compliant efficient and customer-focused service.

Working closely with the Killingholme Transport team youll also play a key role in maximising fleet utilisation across the UK. From identifying backload opportunities and reducing empty running to improving route planning and operational efficiency youll be responsible for finding practical solutions that improve both service and commercial performance.

You will be responsible for

• Lead and oversee the daily transport operation at Kettering ensuring safe compliant and efficient delivery of services.

• Managing DFDS-owned vehicles and third-party hauliers monitoring performance costs service levels and compliance.

• Working closely with the Palletline network and operational partners to maintain service standards and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Collaborating with the Killingholme Transport team to plan backloads reduce empty mileage and maximise vehicle utilisation across the UK.

• Monitoring operational KPIs costs and profitability using performance data to identify improvements and support the continued growth of the transport operation.

About you

Youll be an experienced transport professional with a strong background in transport operations management fleet planning and utilisation. Youll have a good understanding of UK transport legislation and compliance alongside experience managing subcontractors third-party transport providers and ideally pallet network operations such as Palletline. Commercially aware and confident working with operational data youll be able to identify opportunities to improve performance control costs and maximise fleet efficiency.

Youll be a confident communicator and strong relationship builder with the ability to manage stakeholders across multiple locations and departments. Organised analytical and solutions-focused youll be comfortable making decisions in a fast-paced environment and finding practical ways to improve the operation. A National CPC qualification is essential with experience of domestic transport planning backloads and knowledge of the Humberside Midlands or Felixstowe transport markets being desirable.

We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.

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Now about what we can give you. Youll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:

• Life assurance cover

• Contributory company pension scheme

• Holiday Purchase Scheme

• Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips

• Full employee assistance programme including:

• Proactive financial emotional mental and physical health care support including face to face counselling fast 24/7 access to a GP a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.

• Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers

• Cashback on health care including dental optical physiotherapy prescriptions specialist consultations and much more.

• Access to myStrength our Wellbeing platform which has plenty of content to support and improve your mental wellness needs.

• Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.

While youre with us we want you to develop. At DFDS we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role if needed.

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If you think your personality skills experience and desire match this role wed love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible as were keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.

We look forward to hearing from you.

This recruitment process is managed by the DFDS Talent Acquisition team. We kindly ask external recruitment agencies to refrain from contacting us regarding this opportunity.