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Reporting to: General Manager Location: Grantham Salary: £38,000 + Car Allowance + Pension Overview Monitor, manage and co-ordinate depot resources to ensure a continuous increase in operational productivity and improved quality of service provided. The core responsibilities of this role are to ensure our team of drivers, working across 7 depots, are well managed and receive leadership, support and training to be successful in their role. The role also encompasses responsibility for ensuring offices and depots are safe and secure. This involves regular inspections of our depots and offices, working with our Health & Safety and Facilities Manager to ensure standards are maintained and compliance achieved with relevant standards. This role will also represent the Operations function as an active member of the Management Team. Staff Management Support and assist your team to consistently deliver high levels of performance and customer service in accordance with WCF guiding principles Line management responsibility for all drivers across 7 regional depots (Grantham, Corby, Spalding, Lincoln, North Killingholme, Pocklington and Beeston (opening 2019)) Define and support the development of drivers by identifying and sharing best practice Ensure smooth running of all functions within the depot Recruit drivers, including pre-employment checks Perform annual driver licence checks Ensure annual PDP refresher training is delivered to all drivers Undertake performance management in accordance with WCF policies and procedures Work closely with Customer Services to investigate incidents to resolve swiftly and implement learning Ensure daily checks conducted at each depot by designated driver Investigate tachograph breaches and taking appropriate action to reduce number of recorded breaches Administer the driver bonus scheme Report on driver and depot performance according to company requirements Health & Safety Supported by the Health & Safety Manager, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental and employment legislation to ensure defined standards are met and best practice adhered to Complete Permits to Work with 3rd party contractors Complete annual review of risk assessments Ensure adherence to safe systems of work Perform monthly vehicle checks Hold monthly safety meetings and toolbox talks Report vehicle defects Complete monthly site checklists Co-ordinate with Facilities Management team to facilitate contractor access and works to offices and depots Ensure site security is maintained and CCTV systems are effectively managed and monitored by 3rd party contractor You should possess the following: Ability to investigate incidents and provide recommendations to prevent re-occurrence Proven track record of implementing and maintaining safe systems of work Proven track record of line/resource management experience in a transport environment Proven ability to plan in a rapidly fast changing environment Experience supporting and implementing capital projects Ability to lead and coach a team Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence Clear communicator both verbally and non-verbally WCF Guiding Principles We will always put safety first; Never be complacent Lead by example Don’t take unnecessary risks in the workplace Report any poor or unsafe practices We will always do the right thing for the right reasons; Put the customer at the heart of your decision Look at the bigger picture Ensure your motives are in the interests of the business and not for personal gain Don’t compromise the long term at the expense of the short term We will treat each other with respect; Appreciate different points of view and keep an open mind Communicate honestly and openly Listen as well as contribute Enjoy each other’s company We will listen to and value what our customers tell us, even if we don’t always agree with what they say; Become better at what we do by using negative reviews or complaints constructively Respond promptly and decisively Never forget to say you are sorry Treat feedback with respect and say thank you for positive reviews We will listen to and value what our colleagues tell us, and support the decision of the team; Be constructive and never personal Don’t allow your actions to undermine those of your team Actively participate in discussions Look at the bigger picture We will do what we say we will, when we say we will; Don’t over promise and under deliver Stick to deadlines and keep people informed if you need more time Don’t put things off Treat each other with respect We will not be afraid to challenge the status quo; Look for opportunities for positive change Be constructive in your approach and your manner Think about how you can make a difference Be respectful of required processes and procedures We will say "thank you" for a job well done; Don’t take people or their actions for granted Always look for a chance to offer positive feedback Acknowledge hard work and effort Remember the small things We will take personal responsibility for our own behaviour and development; Be alert to ways in which you can do your job better or learn from others Move out of your comfort zone Don’t look for blame when things go wrong Never seek to cover up your mistakes We will sell products and services that we are proud of. Enjoy what you do; if you don’t, neither will your customer Show how passionate you are about your business Take pride in your work Share your successes with your colleagues

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