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About The Company

Wren Kitchens are not only passionate about kitchens, we are passionate about our people! We have achieved incredible milestones over the years; opening over 100 showrooms, launching in the USA, and winning multiple awards including the UK’s Number 1 place to work!

This is thanks to our team, the Wren family, who have inspired us to push limits and make a difference. With our exponential growth, we are looking for incredible individuals to join us and continue our success story!

About The Role

Due to the continued growth of the business, we are looking to recruit a Assistant Transport Manager to join our Stansted Depot. You will be responsible for the supervision of the Transport Depot and covering the Transport Manager in their absence. 
 
The Assistant Transport Manager will work 40 hours per week over 5 days, Monday to Friday inclusive. During peak operational periods hours may vary to 40 hours a week over 5days, Monday to Sunday. You will be given notice prior to peak periods.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Assist our transport management team in the smooth running of the transport function
  • Ensure all vehicles are maintained in line with legal requirements
  • Assist Drivers with tasks in the Transport Yard when required
  • Ensure Drivers are managed correctly to work within the driver's hours and working time regulations, using the company recognised processes to manage full compliance
  • Thoroughly investigate any incidents, accidents and near misses when required
  • Assist the training team with the addition of new drivers to the transport department
  • Support the Transport Manager and training team with the recruitment of new drivers
  • Be flexible to cover holidays etc
 
What Wren Offer:
 
  • Quarterly Bonus Schemes
  • 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
  • Staff discount on kitchens including family / friend discount
  • Driver CPC Training provided
  • 5 Yearly Medical provided and full expensed
  • Full uniform and PPE provided
  • Progression and Development opportunities

About You

Essential Skills and Knowledge:
     
    • Hold a valid C license with no more than 6 penalty points
    • Holds an up to date Driver CPC Qualification, ideally with 35 hours completed
    • Holds an up to date Digital Tachograph Card
    • Must be experienced working within a transport office for multi drop deliveries
    • Must have team leader / management experience within a transport / logistics office minimum 1-year experience
    • Strong knowledge of driver hours and working time regulations
    • Strong knowledge of driver compliance
     
    Applicants for this role who are offered employment will be subject to a basic criminal record check from the Disclosure & Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. However, a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a candidate. Each case will be assessed individually, taking into account the nature of the offence and its relevance to the role applied for.
     
    In addition to any other duties, as a responsible person you must ensure that you have read, understood and adhere to polices and procedure relating to Health and Safety, and your responsibilities located in the Integrated Management System (IMS) Responsibilities document.

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