Regional Resource Manager
- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: Commutable distance to office
- Salary: Competitive
We are seeking a Regional Resource Manager to join our team, reporting to the Contract Manager and Head of Resource. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the correct level of driver and vehicle resources are in place at all terminals in their region. This role involves providing the planning team with a diary of resources for efficient daily operations.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Maintain short, medium, and long-term awareness of resource requirements in your region.
- Liaise with planners daily to adjust resources, maximising efficiency while maintaining high levels of customer service.
- Authorise all drivers' holiday and other absence requests.
- Ensure driver resource shortfalls are covered through local overtime, cross-contracting, or booking agency resources, working 4 weeks in advance.
- Engage with clients to provide updates on upcoming resource provision.
- Develop strong working relationships with planners and drivers to maximise the benefits of those relationships.
- Act as duty manager on a rota basis, managing operational issues, dealing with incidents, and resolving resource shortfalls.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience in resource management or relevant planning.
- Regular engagement with drivers.
- Knowledge of ATOSS is beneficial but not essential.
- Hold a valid UK driving licence.
- Live within a commutable distance to the office.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Time off in lieu for weekend work.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.
- Engage in a role that is crucial to the efficiency and success of the company.