Contract Manager
Contract Manager - Hatfield – £35k p/a - Exciting Career Opportunity - Apply Today!
Ignition Driver Recruitment is currently recruiting for a 360° Contract Manager, to be based at our client site in Hatfield.
Do you:
Have demonstrable experience working within HGV driver recruitment? Have a passion for sales and business development? Have the ability to think on your feet?Have the capability to learn quickly?Have the drive and determination to push yourself in a challenging environment? Your own full UK driving licence is essential, as travel to client sites will be required.
Contract Manager - Role & Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day operations of the site driver requirementsOversee the recruitment, onboarding, and allocation of a pool of professional driversAct as the primary point of contact, ensuring service levels and expectations are consistently metEnsure full compliance with transport regulations, driver hours, and legal requirements (e.g. Working Time Directive, Microlise and DVLA checks)Monitor and manage driver performance, attendance, and conduct, taking appropriate action when necessaryConduct regular client reviews and attend site meetings to maintain strong relationships and identify opportunities for improvement or growthManage driver scheduling and rota planning to meet fluctuating client demandsSupport the recruitment team with forecasting needs and proactive driver pool developmentEnsure accurate record-keeping including contracts, timesheets, and compliance documentationProvide regular reports on KPIs, service delivery, and contract performance to internal stakeholders and clientsResolve issues and escalate where necessary to ensure service continuity and client satisfactionPlease note that whilst this role is mostly managing HGV drivers, there may be some requirement to deal with warehousing flex-employees also.
Trainee Contract Manager - Working Hours
The role is Monday to Friday, and we are looking for someone who can meet the requirement for flexibility when it comes to working hours and days. It is a full-time role, therefore 37.5 hours a week standard, but there will be requirements during busier periods for longer working hours and potential weekend working.
You will also be required to undertake an on-call facility, which will be pre-planned on a rotational basis.
Contract Manager - Candidate Requirements
You will have excellent interpersonal skills, experience of building and maintaining relationships internally and externallyYou must be able to work under your own initiative, as well as part of a larger teamYou should be confident with your own time managementYou will have a pragmatic approach to problem-solvingYou will understand the legal demands of working within the driving sector (such as WTD, HGV License requirements, Infringements etc)You will be able to demonstrate at least 12 months experience working in Recruitment within a transport environment.
Contract Manager - The Package
Financial:
Excellent salary prospectsWeekly Pay (Friday)Death In ServiceCompany Contribution Pension SchemeWelfare:
Generous holiday entitlement – 28 days rising to 33 after service length increasesAn extra day off during your birthday monthFantastic employee engagement initiatives Annual Summer Garden PartyAnnual Black Tie Christmas EventTeam events throughout the year Independent HR team for training, advice and supportWorking in a vibrant and exciting atmosphere Professional Development:
Fantastic career development opportunitiesExcellent employee growth Continuous training opportunitiesEmployee mentoring Regular performance assessments to enhance career progression
If you think you have what it takes to join this expanding team, and you would like to chat to someone further about the role, the company and your prospects with the business, please click to apply today.
Our hiring manager will review your CV, and give you a call for an informal chat before hopefully, progressing you through to the next stage for a formal interview.