Assistant Transport Manager

Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-performance motorsport team based in Milton Keynes seeks an Assistant Transport Manager to support operational efficiency and team leadership. The successful candidate will monitor compliance and cost governance while leading a culture of change and innovation. Essential qualifications include a valid CPC certification and strong data analysis skills, alongside a commitment to operational improvement. The role offers excellent perks including a bonus scheme and private healthcare.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

A pension scheme

On-site gym

Free daily food allowance

Qualifications

• Strong data analysis skills and experience with transport management systems.
• Valid Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in Road Haulage - International.
• Valid UK manual driving licence (CE desirable).

Responsibilities

• Act as the Transport Manager’s deputy for smooth operations.
• Foster a culture of innovation and lead efficiency improvements.
• Optimize driver and fleet availability to meet demand.
• Ensure legal compliance with Operator Licence requirements.
• Line manages the transport team and uphold Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Strong data analysis skills

Experience with transport management systems

Change management

Operational innovation

Education

Valid Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in Road Haulage - International

Valid UK manual driving licence (CE desirable)

Job description

Behind every race-winning team is a world-class support network. Our business functions drive efficiency, innovation, and performance, ensuring success on and off the track. If you’re motivated, skilled, and ready to be part of something extraordinary, we want to hear from you!

We are looking for an Assistant Transport Manager to Support the Transport Manager in driving high performance across the team, focusing on operational efficiency, continuous improvement, and strategic resource planning.

Key responsibilities will be to ensure all transport activities meet compliance, budget (including F1 cost cap), and service standards in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Main responsibilities of the role:

• Operational & Strategic Support: Act as the Transport Manager’s deputy, ensuring smooth operations and supporting long-term strategy. Drive performance, service quality, and cost cap compliance through data-driven decisions and continuous improvement.
• Change & Performance Leadership: Foster a culture of innovation and lean thinking. Lead efficiency improvements, adopt smarter working practices, and support the rollout of new systems and tools for better planning and tracking.
• Resource & Fleet Management: Optimise driver and fleet availability to meet demand. Monitor fleet performance to reduce costs and improve utilisation. Expand the logistics network to enhance flexibility and value.
• Compliance & Cost Governance: Ensure legal compliance, including Operator Licence requirements. Align all transport activities with F1 cost cap rules, maintaining financial accuracy and audit readiness in collaboration with finance teams.
• Team & Safety Leadership: Line manages the transport team, promoting safety, accountability, and continuous development. Uphold Health & Safety standards and nurture a professional, high-performance culture.

Essential attributes for success:

• Valid Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in Road Haulage - International.
• Valid UK manual driving licence (CE desirable)
• Strong data analysis skills and experience with transport management systems.
• Committed to continuous improvement and operational innovation.
• Able to manage change positively and influence others to adopt better ways of working.

Keen to be part of the team that keeps everything ticking behind the scenes at Red Bull Racing? Join our Support Functions and you won’t just get a great role - you’ll enjoy some seriously good perks too including:

• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• A pension scheme
• On-site gym
• Free daily food allowance
• And many more!

Like the sound of it? Come be part of something exciting. Let’s make amazing things happen - together.

At Red Bull Racing & Technology, we believe our greatest strength is our people. We celebrate every success - together - and know that trust and collaboration are what drive us forward as one team.

We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone can thrive, no matter their background or identity. Diversity fuels creativity, and inclusion unlocks potential. That’s why we actively foster a culture where you can bring your full self to work, feel you belong, and be part of something extraordinary.