Operations Manager Banbridge, Northern Ireland

Stewart International Transport

Full Time Banbridge, Northern Ireland 35000 - 40000 GBP ANNUAL Today

Job description

Employer Profile:

Stewart International Transport is an award-winning transport company based at Banbridge, Co. Down for easy convenience to all main routes we pride ourselves in specialising with Heavy Haulage and Abnormal Cargo and Machinery Transport.

The family transport business was started in 1990 and is ever growing and developing to meet customers’ needs and to catch supply in demand. With a modern fleet of over 10 trucks and 30 trailers we carry customers cargo throughout the UK, Ireland, Europe and Internationally. We employ a great team of professional and highly motived people to keep up with the fast-moving transport environment.

We dedicate our best service to our valued customers, ensuring their transport needs are met with a professional, legal and safe attitude. As we seek to develop and grow our business, we wish to attract hard working, professional and ambitious individuals to help us in an ever changing and fast paced environment.

Our attractive family friendly environment is very much appealing to employees who want a new and exciting challenge with a wide range of different and unusual loads delivering all over the UK, Ireland and Europe.

Operations Manager:

An exciting opportunity has risen in our expanding business for a professional, motivated individual with a positive attitude to lead, develop and motivate our dynamic Transport Department to support and manage the day to day running operations of the business.

The role is diverse with responsibilities ranging from:

· Overseeing the complete Transport Operations, to include; Planning routes throughout UK, Ireland, Europe and Internationally as per customer orders,

· Briefing & Debriefing Drivers; Ensuring they get correct and full information for deliveries / collections,

· Lead and develop transport planning team by example in daily operations as per company policies and procedures,

· Managing drivers, yard operatives, mechanics and other staff,

· Liaising with Customers, Suppliers & Customs personal via email and telephone,

· Helping to manage email enquiries, sending and receiving information from Customers, Suppliers & Drivers,

· Accepting and dealing with customers’ orders, tracking orders and providing customers with updates, Organising customs for customers’ orders,

· Problem solving, Reducing fuel and overhead costs and maximising drivers’ hours,

· Helping the team with any ad-hoc duties and tasks,

· Adhering to Health and Safety Practices & Drivers Hours Regulations,

· Organising Sub-contractors, Booking Ferries and recording shipments,

· Ensuing POD’s, CMRS and all paperwork within Transport Office is correct,

· Preforming and assisting with any other functions as determined by senior management.

About the Applicant:

Desirable Skills;

· An interest / knowledge in the Transport Sector,

· CPC International Holder,

· Knowledge or experience with Customs,

Essential Skills;

· 2-3Years+ Experience established in a Transport Management environment role,

· Strong geographical knowledge of Ireland, UK & Europe,

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills,

· Competent use of MS Office - particularly Microsoft Excel and Outlook,

· Organisational skills, incl; Good time keeping and prioritizing tasks,

· High attention to detail, professional & approachable,

· Can demonstrate Leadership and work as part of a team as well as using their own initiative and able to assist recruitment and train new staff,

· Business management skills with a willingness to support the company and values,

· Can work under pressure to meet deadlines,

· Willing to adapt to changing situations and quick to make decisions,

· Positive can-do attitude, reliable and Hard working.

Hours of Work is 8am - 6pm, Monday to Friday and Saturdays as required.

We offer a competitive salary, company uniform, on the job training, free on-site secure parking, 28 days annual holidays. Conditions can be discussed upon interview.

If you feel you are a suitable candidate for the job and keen to work in an exciting fast paced transport environment, we would love to hear from you. Please apply by sending us an Email with a copy of your CV.

Closing Date: Not specified.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits: