Transport Manager

Your new companyA role where you're not just managing transport operations but shaping them-driving excellence, ensuring compliance, and making a real difference in a company that's all about doing things the right way. If you thrive on keeping things moving, leading a team to success, and leaving your mark on an industry that keeps Britain moving, then this Transport Manager opportunity could be your next big career move.

Here's why this role is tailor-made for you:

• Be the Compliance Champion: Ensure everything aligns with Traffic Commissioner regulations and O Licence conditions-keeping driver hours on point, vehicles safe, and paperwork flawless. If you love being the one who keeps it all legal and above board, this is your stage.
• Take the Lead: From recruiting and inspiring drivers to boosting fleet efficiency, you'll be the heartbeat of the operation. Collaborate with the planning team, craft policies that matter (think health & safety and accident management), and keep costs in line-all while delivering reports that showcase your impact.
• Innovate and Improve: Ready to lead on cutting-edge tech and systems? This role lets you optimise operations, cut costs, and keep the company ahead of the game. Track industry trends, work with leadership on growth ideas, and bring fresh thinking to the table.
• Build a Winning Team: Motivate drivers and ops teams, creating a culture where safety, quality, and improvement are everything. Partner with the Training Manager to help drivers grow and excel-because a great leader lifts everyone up.
• Safety First, Always: Ensure a workplace where everyone thrives, running audits, risk assessments, and training that sets the standard. If keeping people and operations secure is your passion, this will feel like home.

What's the deal? A full-time role with a company obsessed with excellence, where your CPC qualification and O-licence experience will shine. You'll need leadership flair, a sharp analytical mind, and the ability to connect with drivers, management, and regulators alike. Bonus points if you're savvy with transport software or keen on sustainability-this role loves a visionary!

There'll be some out-of-hours work and travel to sites or regulators, but that's all part of the journey. You'll join a team that values your ideas, supports your growth, and gives you the freedom to drive change.So, if you're an experienced Transport Manager ready for a challenge that's as rewarding as it is exciting, let's talk. This is your shot to steer the ship and build a career you're proud of. Reach out-I'd love to tell you more!What you'll get in returnA competitive and negotiable salary, based on experience with an excellent and enhanced benefits package on offer. You will have the opportunity for continued growth and development with a business that is continuing to grow.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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