Manage, optimise and develop transport operation and minimise costs within the groups divisions both company owned and subcontractedAnalysis of internal transport costs per kilometre and optimisation Kpi reportingMaintain utilisation of internal company owned transportOrganise and direct the transportation of construction plant and equipment from site to site as requested by the Operations DirectorComply with all legal requirements for operating the transport fleet including analogue and digital tachograph, ensure all maintenance is carried out to ensure the company retains its operator's licenseCost analysis and budgetary controls with regard to operational marginsMaintain and improve the image of the company through vehicles and driversSubcontract all additional transport requirements where required at a cost effective levelManage and liaise with contractors and suppliersMaintain scheduling system to optimise own transport and minimise the use of subcontractors where ever possibleLiaise within the group to optimise the use of internal transportAssist in the absence of the Purchasing Manager for procurement and negotiation of materials and ensure service level agreements are adhered to Arrange the acquisition, maintenance and disposal of company vehicles circa 200 vehicle fleetMonitor the use of company cars and vans and ensure compliance with Company PolicyMonitor costs of the company fleet and report to management on variancesEnsure company compliance with statutory motor insurance and Duty of CareCPC holder (auditing branches to make sure all drivers and vehicle stay within the law)Driver training on infringements accident management Strong organization skills for planning schedules, journey and loadsexcellent budget handling skillsThe ability to think logicallyThe ability to work flexibly and make decisions quicklyexcellent communication skills and the ability to deal with people at all leavesIT skill in word and excel