Plant & Transport Manager
Job Introduction
At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer.
We are currently looking for an Plant and Transport Manager to join our team in Mountsorrel, Loughborough. Within this role you will identify, advise, implement and manage a plant and fleet service which will ensure a regional area of contracting is equipped to provide industry leading service, whilst ensuring consistent compliance with legislation and regulations in regard to their plant and transport.
We’re working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.
Role Responsibility
If you are successful within this role you will be responsible for advising on the best value solutions in both plant and transport management as well as:
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Ensuring the contracting regions have a fleet of appropriate vehicles which meet the business operational and logistical requirements and value for money achieved
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Where investment of fleet is required, to put forward robust business cases to deliver value for the business
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To identify and implement working methods, models and practices which optimises fleet management, and be able to measure the financial and environmental impact of these services
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To identify and implement working methods, models and practices which optimises plant management, and be able to measure the financial and environmental impact of these services
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To manage the advice and controls to ensure the area is legally compliant to effectively provide continuous and effective control of area transport operations, as per O license requirements, Working Time Directive and any other appropriate legislation or regulations for all businesses
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To be responsible for the Transport teams monitor, review and analyse all drivers’ hours for compliance with EU Driver Rules & Regulations
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Responsible for overseeing that the workforce is trained and developed in line with Company and industry standards with management taking appropriate action
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Responsible for the management of Workshops in line with Company & Legislative requirements
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Responsible for ensuring processes are in place which demonstrate Tarmac Highway Services (THS) meet all regulation
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Ensure fleet & plant is rightsized to regular forecasted demands. Review national plant dashboards & promote the reallocation of under utilised assets
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Identify and implement Transport Safety Improvement Plans, work with local teams to reduce fleet costs & increase utlisation of assets
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Manage performance improvements within your area of responsibility and share best practice across Tarmac
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Proactively manage communication with all Operational staff to ensure company announcements and information is distributed and understood.
The Ideal Candidate
To be successful in this role you should show:
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Continuous Improvement – To make suggestions for improving the way things get done within the department and wider business whilst taking action to improve your performance within your role
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Communication - Tailor how you communicate to the relevant audience and to understand what is relevant and/or interesting to others. You should also check their understanding by seeking feedback
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Team work - Builds team spirit and a positive working environment
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Drive - Approaches challenges with energy and enthusiasm. Overcomes obstacles to meet goals or standards. Encourages and persuades others to improve performance
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Confidence - Deals confidently with senior managers, colleagues and customers. Seeks challenging roles or tasks outside comfort zone. Admits to mistakes and learns from them
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Flexibility - Changes own approach in line with new priorities. Reflect on situations and learn from experience. Open to feedback from others, taking time to listen. Keep up-to-date with specific technical and functional skills
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Thinking Skills - Considers all potential causes and underlying causes of a problem. Quickly identifies the cause of a problem. Takes full ownership for resolving problems and implementing actions
Why Us
We offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits:
- Bonus scheme
- Enhanced holiday entitlement
- Contributory pension scheme
- Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
- Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
- Training and development opportunities
Interested? Why not click here to find out more? Go on… are you ready to build your future?
At Tarmac we are passionate that our workforce reflects the communities where we operate. Our ambition is that everyone regardless of level, role, or background will enjoy an environment of respect, inclusion and belonging. We actively remove barriers to ensure everyone is supported and can reach their potential with us. We take active steps to encourage people from a broad range of backgrounds to apply for jobs at Tarmac as we believe a diverse, inclusive company will enable everyone to thrive. We are a disability confident employer and will make reasonable adjustments as required. We are committed to support part-time and flexible working and believe getting the balance right is critical to personal and professional success.
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