Position: Transport Operations Manager
Location: Limerick
Salary: DOE
Job Purpose
To lead the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of our client’s transport function. This role focuses on effective route planning, tracking system use, and daily driver/vehicle performance monitoring.
Responsibilities:
Team Leadership
Lead, train, and develop the team, setting and reviewing performance objectives.
Route Optimization
Collaborate on route planning to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
Adjust routes in real-time to prioritize delivery efficiency and monitor fuel use.
Fuel and Driver Efficiency
Track fuel usage and implement fuel-saving initiatives.
Monitor and report on fuel goals and driver efficiency metrics.
Microlise System Monitoring
Conduct daily reviews of Microlise data, tracking truck and driver performance.
Analyze key metrics (e.g., speed, idle times) to drive improvements.
Tachograph and Driver Compliance
Perform tachograph analysis to ensure compliance with driver hours and rest regulations.
Adjust scheduling to enhance compliance and driver performance.
Tracking System Management
Manage GPS and transport tracking for route adherence, efficiency, and accurate reporting.
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with all transport regulations and support record-keeping, audits, and fleet readiness.
Health and Safety
Key Skills and Qualifications
Qualifications: Certification in occupational health, transport management, or a related field.
Experience: 5+ years in logistics/fleet management, with a focus on optimization, driver performance, and compliance.
Knowledge: Strong grasp of Irish transport regulations, route planning, fuel efficiency, driver monitoring, and tachograph use.
Tech Proficiency: Skilled in route planning software, Microlise, GPS tracking, and tachograph tools.
Skills: Leadership, communication, and analytical skills, with a focus on safety and efficiency.
If the position above is of interest to you and you would like to know more call Arlene on 0860651940 in complete confidence.
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At Babcock, defence logistics is more than just moving goods - it's about ensuring that our servicemen and women have what they need, when they need it, wherever they are in the world. As an LGV Driver Apprentice at Devonport Royal Dockyard, you will play a key role in this mission, learning how to safely deliver loads on time and provide reliable passenger transport services for both Babcock and our Royal Navy customers. Whether moving critical supplies or transporting people, your role will be vital in keeping operations running smoothly.
Safety is at the core of our logistics operations. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will learn how to maintain the integrity of your load and vehicle by performing essential vehicle checks, applying safe load restraint procedures, and practicing fuel-efficient driving. You will also gain a thorough understanding of workplace health and safety regulations, the highway code, traffic legislation, and working time directive laws.
As an LGV Driver, you will interact with a wide range of people daily, including transport planners, transport managers, fellow drivers, and customers. You will master the art of providing excellent customer service, using effective communication techniques and problem-solving skills to ensure a high-quality service, even when challenges arise.
Training:
You will train to achieve the Level 2 LGV Driver apprenticeship standard.
Your training will be divided between in-person sessions at our training provider’s premises in Marsh Barton, Exeter, and onsite at Devonport Royal Dockyard (travel costs to Exeter will be covered by Babcock).
After the initial 13-month training period, you will enter the End Point Assessment (EPA) phase for the final three months of the programme. This phase will include a practical driving assessment, a multiple-choice test, and an interview to demonstrate your skills and competence.
As part of your training, you will obtain both the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC) and the Category C+E licence, which are legal requirements for driving LGVs professionally.
Training Outcome:
By the end of your apprenticeship, you will be ready to take on the role of Transport Operative within our Transport Department at Devonport Royal Dockyard, with a competitive salary of £30,000.
As you progress, you will have the opportunity to further develop your skills and potentially advance to a Senior Transport Operative role. Additionally, you may have the option to obtain your Public Service Vehicle (PSV) licence, expanding your career opportunities across various roles and functions.
We work closely with the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) to provide all members of our Logistics team with the chance to enhance their professional skills as they advance in their careers. With a wide range of training programmes, leadership development opportunities, and career progression paths, your potential is limitless.Employer Description:Babcock is an international defence, aerospace and security company operating in our focus countries of the UK, Australasia, Canada, France and South Africa, with exports to additional markets with potential to become focus countries. We meet our customers’ key requirements of affordability, availability, and capability by delivering engineering, support and critical systems to defence and civil markets.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Initiative,Full, clean driving licence....Read more...
Vehicle Checks:
Log into the system and verify that all vehicle checks are completed on time
Print off any defect reports from these checks
Monday Paperwork:
Match up the vehicle check paperwork with the files in the office
File away the fuel receipts in the respective vehicle files
Vehicle Tracking:
Check the tracker to ensure vehicles are where they should be. If not, call the driver to confirm their location
Training School Paperwork:
Organise and process paperwork from the training school. Enter the details into the system and file the documents
Job Management:
Log new jobs for the drivers into the system
For contract work, print any relevant paperwork when it appears in the chat and place it on the table
WhatsApp Updates:
Keep up with WhatsApp chats, ensuring drivers report their status (on-site, off-site), estimated times of arrival (ETAs), and any paperwork
Vehicle Maintenance Coordination:
Contact the Transport Manager (TM) to schedule vehicles for PMI and MOT inspections
Test Bookings:
Wednesday mornings are dedicated to booking tests. Ensure you are logged in by 7:15 AM to book tests promptly
Training:You will be pursuing a Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Business Administration. As part of this program, you will attend college once a week, and an assessor will conduct on-site observations to evaluate your progress.
At the conclusion of your program, your qualification will be assessed through an End Point Assessment.Training Outcome:Potential promotion and progression within the company.Employer Description:Eli group is the Southwest’s largest provider of specialised driver training in the Southwest. We train thousands of people a year to get their HGV Class 2 and Class 1 licence. We provide training for a whole host of different licences. From lorry drivers, minibus drivers, ambulance drivers, horsebox drivers, In fact, almost any licence a customer wishes to get, we can arrange the training for you. using the best vehicles, and dedicated instructors we can get you on the road to success.
We don’t just deliver training to individuals. Our corporate training division provides account managed training solutions for tens of national companies across the UK. We specialise in providing a one-stop training solution for companies’ transport and logistic needs, taking the headache of away from transport managers and training coordinators and allowing them to get on with their job knowing their employees are in the safest hands.
Whatever your training needs, from an individual wanting a one-day HGV refresher, to a company needing 150 employees to be up skilled, Driver training courses, Theory tests, Medicals. We our the one stop for all trucking needs. The Eli group Centre is waiting to hear from you.Working Hours :Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 08:00 to 16:00
Wednesday - 07:15 start.
Lunch break - 1 hourSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
The Company:
A market leading diagnostics company.
Global business.
A progressive, high-tech healthcare business.
Invest in their staff.
Offer career progression opportunities.
The Role of the Field Service Engineer
Deliver electro-mechanical hardware support, including proactive/reactive tasks.
Conduct technical training and customer upskilling.
Maintain administration and regulatory documentation.
Troubleshoot and resolve faults.
Perform preventive maintenance.
Generate reports to enhance site efficiency.
Ensure the seamless delivery and uptime of service offerings across three sites.
Collaborate with peers and key stakeholders to align sales and service objectives.
Attend customer review meetings to outline key accomplishments and objectives.
Benefits of the Field Service Engineer
£49,700 basic, fully competent
Bonus 12% of Salary
Car or £7,200 allowance
Group Income Protection
Employee Assistance Programme
Pension
Life Assurance
Benefit Funding
The Ideal Person for the Field Service Engineer
Must have an engineering qualification
Ideally you will have clinical pathology laboratory experience but not essential
An ambitious and motivated, qualified field service professional with experience of high-value capital equipment
You will have good electro-mechanical systems knowledge, however our client is able to train and develop your skills and knowledge
A logical and process-driven mindset & ability to manage personal time?
Disciplined to deliver service support in line with service KPIs?
Quick learner?with innovative and continual improvement mind-set?
Experience of “on-site” customer-facing engineering support
Proven track record of troubleshooting experience?
Good working knowledge of electronics, electro-mechanical systems and information technology
Knowledge of Customer Relationship Management
A valid driver’s license and indefinite rights of working in UK are required
If you think the role of Field Service Engineer is for you, apply now!
Consultant: David Gray
Email: davidg@otrsales.co.uk
Tel no. 0208 629 5135
Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.
About On Target
At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector. We place all levels of personnel, up to Director across the UK and internationally.....Read more...
