Assistant Depot Manager / Assistant Transport Manager Rainham, Essex Up to £38,000 DOE + Bonuses Full-Time, Permanent, On-Site Are you an experienced Transport Supervisor, Depot Supervisor or Assistant Transport Manager looking for a role where you can take ownership, lead a team and play a key part in maintaining a safe, compliant and efficient transport operation? Our client is a well-established and growing business and is looking to recruit a hands-on Assistant Depot Manager / Assistant Transport Manager to support the day-to-day running of a busy fleet and depot operation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong transport compliance knowledge and supervisory experience who is looking to develop their career within a successful and expanding organisation. What's on Offer? * Salary up to £38,000 depending on experience * £500 bonus upon successful completion of probation * £1,000 bonus after 12 months' service * Performance-related bonus scheme * 28 days holiday including bank holidays * Additional holiday entitlement for long service, up to 5 extra days * Company pension scheme * Free on-site parking * Ongoing training and personal development * Genuine long-term progression opportunities The Role This position plays a vital role in ensuring the depot and transport operation runs safely, efficiently and in full compliance with transport legislation and company procedures. Key responsibilities include: * Supporting the day-to-day management of the depot and transport operation. * Coordinating vehicle movements, driver schedules and daily job allocations. * Ensuring transport compliance standards are maintained, including vehicle checks, defect reporting, driver records and operational documentation. * Assisting with fleet maintenance planning and vehicle availability. * Supervising and supporting drivers and depot staff, helping to maintain performance, productivity and service levels. * Monitoring health & safety procedures and promoting best practice across the operation. * Resolving operational issues and responding to changing customer requirements. * Maintaining accurate compliance records, transport documentation and operational reports. * Working with management to improve efficiencies, service delivery and operational performance. The Person We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience leading or supervising teams within a transport, logistics or depot environment and who have a strong understanding of transport compliance. You will ideally have: * Previous experience within transport, logistics, fleet or depot operations. * Supervisory, team leader or management experience within an operational environment. * Strong knowledge of transport legislation, fleet compliance, driver regulations and health & safety requirements. * Experience coordinating drivers, vehicles, schedules and routes. * Excellent organisational and communication skills. * The ability to remain calm under pressure and make informed operational decisions. * Good IT skills and experience maintaining compliance records and reports. * A full UK Driving Licence. Desirable: * Experience within waste management, hire, construction support services or a related industry. * HGV Licence and/or CPC qualification. * Experience managing fleet compliance, maintenance schedules and driver performance. This is a fantastic opportunity for a transport professional who enjoys leading teams, maintaining high compliance standards and ensuring operations run smoothly. If you're looking for a role that offers responsibility, development and long-term career prospects, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV to Nicki today
Transport Supervisor in Rainham employer: Adore Recruitment Ltd
Join a dynamic and supportive team in Essex, where your Chemistry degree can lead to a fulfilling career in manufacturing. With comprehensive training, long-term career progression, and exposure to advanced production operations, this role offers a unique opportunity to grow within a specialist environment that prioritises safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
