Assistant Transport Manager

Assitant Transport Manager - Amathus Drinks

Job Description:

Job Overview
Amathus Drinks Plc, a family owned business is seeking a dedicated and proactive Assistant Transport Manager to reporting to the Transport Manager in overseeing our transport operations. The role involves supervising a fleet of 10 lorries and 2 vans, conducting multi-drop deliveries throughout London and the surrounding regions to the hospitality sector, and our own retail outlets.

Location: London NW10 7ST
Reporting To: Transport Manager
Industry: Beverage Distribution (Hotels, Restaurants , Bars & Shops)
Working Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday. Office opening hours 06:30 to 18:30

Job Purpose:

To assist the Transport Manager in overseeing the smooth, cost-effective, and compliant operation of the transport team delivering beverage products to hospitality clients. This role ensures that all transport operations support customer satisfaction, legal compliance, and business efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:1. Daily Operations & Route Management

• Assist in planning and optimising delivery routes in London and the surrounding regions.
• Monitor daily schedules to ensure timely deliveries to hospitality clients.
• Liaise with warehouse, sales, and customer service teams to ensure delivery requirements are met.
• Handle last-minute changes, reroutes, and urgent delivery issues effectively.

2. Fleet Management

• Support the upkeep, inspection, compliance and servicing schedule of company vehicles.
• Ensure all vehicles are roadworthy, taxed, and MOT compliant.
• Monitor fuel usage and manage fuel cards.
• Keep accurate vehicle logs and documentation.

3. Driver Management

• Assist in managing and supporting a team of drivers and drivers mates.
• Help organize driver rotas, shifts, holidays, and sickness cover.
• Ensure drivers adhere to legal regulations, including driver hours and tachograph compliance.
• Conduct occasional spot checks and assist with driver assessments or training.

4. Compliance & Health and Safety

• Support compliance with all transport-related legislation including:
• Driver CPC
• Working Time Directive
• Vehicle and operator licensing
• Maintain accurate records for audits and inspections (DVSA, internal, etc.).
• Assist in implementing and enforcing Health and Safety standards for drivers, drivers mates and vehicles.

5. Customer Service & Problem Solving

• Act as a point of contact for transport-related customer queries.
• Resolve delivery issues swiftly and professionally.
• Support the Transport Manager in tracking service levels and improving delivery performance.

6. Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate transport logs, delivery reports, and incident records.
• Maintain accurate transport records and generate reports using excel.

Required Skills & Experience

• Valid Class 2 HGV Licence (minimum requirement).
• Proven experience in a transport or logistics environment, ideally within a multi-drop setting.
• Good knowledge and experience of route and load planning across London and the surrounding regions.
• Competent computer literacy with a focus on Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Fluent in English with outstanding communication skills for effective interaction with clients and colleagues and a team player who also can work independently.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities to guide team efforts towards common goals.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Flexible and adaptable to changing operational needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free parking

Experience:

• Transportation management systems: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: £30,000.00-£34,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Education:

• A-Level or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Transport Management: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person