Transport Operations Manager

About this role

Company Description

Our production unit takes pride in offering top-tier luxury airline catering that is both elegant and sophisticated. Our team is dedicated to crafting a one-of-a-kind experience that is attractive to even the most discerning passengers. We focus on providing exceptional quality, first-class service, and an exquisite range of menu options that are sure to impress.

Job Description

• Take full operational responsibility for the day-to-day running of the Transport Department, ensuring all deliveries are
• executed safely, on time, and to required specification.
• Plan, coordinate, and control daily dispatch schedules in line with production output, service level agreements, and operational priorities.
• Allocate drivers and loaders effectively, ensuring the right resource is assigned to the right vehicle and route to maximise productivity and efficiency.
• Lead daily operational briefings to communicate workload, safety updates, compliance requirements, and service expectations.
• Monitor live operations throughout the shift, making real-time adjustments to manage delays, breakdowns, traffic issues, or last-minute schedule changes. · Ensure all vehicles are roadworthy, legally compliant, clean, and maintained in accordance with DFT and airport authority (BAA) requirements.
• Oversee daily vehicle checks, defect reporting, tachograph compliance, and maintenance scheduling to minimise downtime and ensure full regulatory adherence.
• Take direct accountability for workforce planning and labour control, including rota management, absence monitoring, overtime control, and agency usage to meet operational demand while managing cost.
• Ensure full compliance with driver hours regulations, working time directives, and transport security standards.
• Manage all people processes within the department including performance management, disciplinary procedures, return-to-work meetings, and development planning.
• Identify training needs and support ...