Employer: FROZEN FOOD DISTRIBUTORS This is a hands-on, detail-driven role responsible for controlling and coordinating fleet and distribution operations. The responsibilities below are not in-depth and may include additional operational tasks as required.   + Ensure all vehicles are roadworthy, compliant, and serviced as scheduled. + Oversee inspections, preventative maintenance, breakdowns, and repairs, ensuring timely completion. + Control DRS (fault reporting) and monitor closure of defects. + Verify vehicle licensing, COFs, and driver compliance (PDPs, medicals). + Maintain accurate fleet and distribution records, reporting, and operational dashboards. + Allocate vehicles and drivers daily based on operational requirements. + Brief drivers before dispatch and debrief after completion to monitor route and delivery performance. + Track deliveries in real time, follow up on delays, and escalate issues as required. + Maintain daily Vehicle Availability Schedule (VAS) and communicate to operations. + Monitor supplier performance and repair turnaround times. + Act as the operational link between drivers, fleet, and operations. + Ensure yard operations, including parking, truck wash, and compliance, meet standards. + Review, verify, and raised credit notes and stock return reports. + Handle escalations regarding driver performance, discipline, and operational issues. + Ensure audit-ready documentation for inspections, services, and regulatory compliance. + Identify recurring operational issues and recommend process improvements.