HGV Yard Manager/Transport Planner
As a leader in the commercial vehicle industry, we are looking for someone to join our team, we are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Yard Manager/Transport Planner Based in Stoke on Trent working between our 3 yards, you will be liaising with the operations team to conduct the following:
· Key Responsibilities to include:
· Supervise all daily yard operations.
· Coordinate the movement, parking, loading, and unloading of vehicles.
· Ensure efficient scheduling and dispatch of trucks and trailers.
· Monitor vehicle availability and yard capacity.
· Conduct regular inspections of vehicles and equipment.
· Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
· Risk Assessments
· Manage yard staff, including drivers, loaders, and yard personnel.
· Investigate and report incidents, accidents, or damage.
· Coordinate with workshop, logistics, and transport teams to meet delivery schedules.
· Ensure security of vehicles, cargo, and yard facilities.
The key candidate must be able to demonstrate:
· Forward thinking
· Strong leadership and team management.
· Excellent organisational and planning skills.
· Knowledge of transport and logistics operations.
· Understanding of health and safety regulations.
· Good communication and problem-solving abilities.
· Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
· Computer skills for transport management systems and reporting.
What we are looking for:
Essential
- Class 1 essential
- A valid Transport Manager CPC (National or International).
- Proven experience managing a Yard and HGV transport operation.
- Strong knowledge of Operator Licence compliance, DVSA regulations, drivers' hours, and tachograph legislation.
- People management skills.
- Organisational and planning abilities.
- Experience using transport management software.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety, compliance, and operational processes.
- A positive attitude and willingness to undertake all reasonable duties associated with the role.
This is an opportunity to join one of the UK’s market leading commercial vehicle companies, working directly between management and directors of the business to complete daily tasks at a fast pace and professionally working between office and yard.
You must have the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
As an ambassador of the company, a calm and professional attitude at all times is required along with a keen eye for detail, keeping all sites clean/tidy and managing/overseeing clean ups where required.
Class 1 and CPC required for the thorough understanding of every role that will be undertaken in the operational side of the business. As a team leader this enables the correct approach for problem solving and teaching where required.
Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm
£48k - £55k depending on experience
Pay: £48,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
