Steve Funnell

Running SLF TRANSPORT SERVICES LTD as a director, trainer, auditor and External TM after it was incorporated.

• Managed daily operations by overseeing financials, key performance indicators and employee performance.
• Led negotiations with vendors and suppliers, securing favourable terms.
• Implemented company policies and legal guidelines.
• Identified and resolved operational issues impacting productivity, performance or profitability.
• Formulated business plans to increase growth and minimise cost for company.
• Directed day-to-day work of [Number] employees and motivated teams to exceed objectives.
• Developed a DCPC Training Establishment
• And an External Transport |Manager for 2 operators

• Maintained workshops by arranging tool and stock maintenance and repair of equipment for best value.
• Guided workshop staff to consistently deliver on service and productivity targets.
• Reviewed job cards and technical drawings to efficiently allocate team resources.
• Implemented staff training and development to improve team expertise and performance.
• Led workshop team, motivating and providing training in best practice where necessary.
• Managed safe use of workshops in compliance with relevant legislation.
• Organised team workflow, working within agreed budgets and schedules.
• Supported productions with maintenance and repairs once up and running.

• Maintained vehicle fleet with precise coordination of preventive maintenance and functional repairs.
• Communicated with drivers to address accurate start times, load information and route issues.
• Kept all company logs and records updated, recording daily details of work performed.
• Coordinated and managed allocation of drivers and vehicles to service network, guaranteeing efficient, accurate deliveries.
• Strategically planned delivery runs and routes to maximise available resources.
• Assessed staff and team performance and regularly actioned insights to fuel improvement.
• Participated in recruitment, selection and induction of new drivers.
• Assisted with employee relations issues, addressing disciplinaries, grievances and absences.
• Coordinated dispatching of transport vehicles distributing goods across West of England