EXPRESS & SAME-DAY VAN PLANNER

Simarco is an established, award winning provider of international logistic and freight services, and we provide a wide range of tailored solutions for clients' throughout the UK, Europe and Globally across all Worldwide trade routes. At Simarco we understand that global trade and industry markets are continually changing and expanding to meet customer needs. That's why our logistics, air, sea/ocean freight forwarding, road haulage & distribution and warehousing solutions are not only flexible but are tailored to meet clients' individual and ever-changing requirements. We are urgently recruiting for an Express & Same Day Van Planner based in Witham. Do you have a background in Management of the Fleet's headcount and planning express or same-day van drivers whilst adhering to all latest compliance and legislation? Are you eager to take on a role that promises excellent opportunities for career and personal development? If so, then this could be the perfect opportunity... We are proud of our strong reputation in the industry and offer a fantastic work environment! The main purpose of the role: Assist in the management of the Company’s fleet of commercial vehicles and trailers, the Company’s Operator’s Licence and fleet suppliers, ensuring continuous roadworthiness and compliance to current legislation, obligations and undertakings, whilst providing a cost effective service to the Transport Budget. ·Have a clear understanding of the Company's policies, procedures and vision and how the Transport and Fleet Departments contributes and complies to these. ·Assist in the management of the Company’s Operators’ Licence ensure this remains compliant always and remains with an acceptable green OCRS score. ·Ensure that Drivers Hours and Working Directive Regulations are adhered to by all drivers and mobile workers and that accurate records are maintained in accordance with the Company’s legal obligations. ·Vehicle and drivers’ cards are correctly registered and downloaded in accordance with Company procedures, policy and legal requirements and that the records are safely maintained. ·Ensure the fleet ownership and maintenance are correctly maintained. ·DVSA file check sheets are always up to date and fully compliant. ·Ensure that all vehicles and trailers are properly inspected and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers and suppliers’ guidelines and the Company’s legal obligations and that the maintenance schedules are adhered to and kept up to date. ·Maintain the insurance records, fleet records and DVSA records of all changes to the fleet size, number of vehicles and trailers and their identification. ·FORS Fuel & Emissions Champion ·Ensure that all transport equipment is properly inspected and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers and suppliers’ guidelines and the Company’s legal obligations. ·Drivers’ vehicle, trailer and equipment safety checks are completed in accordance with the manufacturers and suppliers’ guidelines and the Company’s legal obligations. ·Safety, maintenance and inspection documents are correctly maintained in accordance with the Company’s legal obligations. ·Transport Risk Assessments and Safe Working Practices. ·Transport accident investigation and near miss reporting. ·Experience planning express or same-day van drivers. ·Vehicle weights and legal limits. ·Drivers’ Hours and Working Time Directive Regulations. ·Operators’ Licence obligations, undertakings and Regulations. ·Road Traffic Laws. ·Construction and Use Regulations. ·Vehicle costs. ·Microsoft Word and Excel at entry level. ·Strong and decisive leader ·Ability to communicate at all levels. ·Ability to work unsupervised ·Calm and ability to work under pressure. ·Flexible approach to hours of work. ·Applies attention to detail. Results driven This is a super opportunity for an individual who is seeking a role that will provide full support and training with a clear pathway for building their career and personal development. Other rewards include: 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Discount Platform Discounted Gym Membership Full training and support Cycle to work scheme Employee assistance program Extensive learning opportunities Employee Engagement Forum Reward and Recognition programme Pay Day Treat Days Monday to Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm (1 hour lunch)