CPC Transport Manager - Depot Operations & Driver Lead

Michael Page; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car from day one

On-call rota compensation

Mon-Fri pattern

Job summary

Michael Page represents a well-established logistics operator seeking a CPC-qualified Transport Manager to oversee operations across Staines-upon-Thames and Hythe. You will lead a team of drivers and the fleet, ensuring compliance, efficiency and strong stakeholder relationships.

The role covers two depots with ~25 drivers, a focus on fleet utilisation, and ensuring operator licence compliance. A Monday–Friday pattern, company car from day one, and on-call rota responsibilities are included.

Qualifications

• A valid National CPC qualification (essential).
• Experience within transport, logistics, distribution, 3PL, pharmaceutical, retail, or related sectors.
• Strong people management experience with the ability to lead and motivate drivers.
• Knowledge of transport compliance, fleet management, and operator licence requirements.
• Experience managing fleet utilisation and operational performance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Diplomatic and professional approach to conflict resolution and employee relations.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Confidence to make decisions while building consensus and maintaining positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day transport operations across two depots.
• Manage a team of drivers across multiple locations (approx. 25 drivers).
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation, policies and operator licence requirements.
• Act as Transport Manager named on the Operator Licence.
• Monitor fleet utilisation and operational performance to maximise efficiency.
• Support driver engagement, performance management, absence management and disciplinary processes as required.
• Collaborate with planning and fleet management teams to deliver operational excellence.
• Resolve operational challenges in a pragmatic and professional manner.
• Promote a strong health, safety, and compliance culture across all activities.

Skills

CPC qualification

Leadership

People management

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

Michael Page represents a well-established logistics operator seeking a CPC-qualified Transport Manager to oversee operations across Staines-upon-Thames and Hythe. You will lead a team of drivers and the fleet, ensuring compliance, efficiency and strong stakeholder relationships.

The role covers two depots with ~25 drivers, a focus on fleet utilisation, and ensuring operator licence compliance. A Monday–Friday pattern, company car from day one, and on-call rota responsibilities are included.