Transport Manager

Transport Manager Reporting to Managing Director Salary & Hours £40,000 – £45,000 per annum Monday to Friday | 8:00am – 5:00pm Role Overview This is a key senior role responsible for the full management of the Transport Department, with absolute ownership of regulatory compliance, fleet performance, and service delivery across the business. The Transport Manager will ensure a fit-for-purpose, fully compliant fleet spanning low loaders, hook loaders, tippers, vans, and company vehicles, while embedding a strong culture around driver behaviour, road risk, and safety. The role carries responsibility for Operator Licence compliance, fleet strategy, and the effective management of outsourced service providers. Key Responsibilities Full responsibility for Operator Licence compliance, ensuring standards are met to the satisfaction of the Office of the Traffic Commissioner and DVSA Accurate management of fleet and business data held via (url removed) systems Ownership and enforcement of transport policies, procedures, and legislative compliance across the business Proactive monitoring of regulatory changes and advising the wider business on legislative updates Management of outsourced service providers and third-party suppliers Oversight of fleet maintenance, servicing schedules, inspections, LOLER testing, and insurance compliance Ensuring all vehicles and equipment are maintained in a safe, roadworthy, and compliant condition Management of tachograph systems, calibration schedules, and analysis via approved software Production of monthly reports covering drivers’ hours, tachograph data, and compliance trends Supporting managers and employees with transport, fleet, and compliance guidance Driving continuous improvement in driver standards, safety culture, and performance Leading driver communication through meetings, briefings, toolbox talks, and safety bulletins Managing complaints and incidents, ensuring investigations and corrective actions are completed promptly Keeping Directors and Senior Management fully informed of risks, issues, and required actions Qualifications & Experience CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) – essential Minimum 3 years’ experience operating as a Transport Manager in a comparable environment Strong technical understanding of light and heavy vehicles Solid knowledge of Road Transport Law, Operator Licence requirements, and DVSA standards Commercially aware with the ability to balance compliance and operational efficiency Confident communicator, comfortable engaging at all levels across the business Good working knowledge of Health & Safety regulations Experience managing Driver CPC and ongoing training requirements What’s on Offer Competitive salary aligned with experience Senior, business-critical position with real autonomy Long-term stability within an established organisation Opportunity to shape fleet standards, safety culture, and compliance strategy Direct influence at senior management level Please contact me at