Defence Transport Lead – Onsite Wyton, CPC

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global defense services company is seeking a Transport Manager in Peterborough to oversee transport operations ensuring compliance with standards. The role involves managing transport staff, driving improvements in practices and operational efficiency, and holding accountability for transport compliance. The ideal candidate must possess a Certificate of Professional Competence, a clean UK driving license, and managerial experience in a transport environment. This position offers a full-time contract and an opportunity to contribute to essential defense services.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to Digital GP and health check

Employee shopping savings portal

Payment of Professional Fees

10-days special paid leave for reservists

Holiday Trading

‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering work

Responsibilities

• Manage, control and coordinate all transport operations and MT staff.
• Act as the named Transport Manager and CPC Holder for Babcock’s Vehicle Operator Licences.
• Ensure full compliance across all transport activities, standards and procedures.
• Drive innovation and improvements in working practices, operational efficiency and sustainability.
• Monitor, review and optimise fleet performance to meet operational and cost requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of SHEF practices and procedures

Strong understanding of MS Office tools

Familiarity with Tri-Service and/or MoD practices

Proven managerial experience in a transport environment

Education

Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Considerable experience in road transport management

Full clean UK driving licence

Job description

A global defense services company is seeking a Transport Manager in Peterborough to oversee transport operations ensuring compliance with standards. The role involves managing transport staff, driving improvements in practices and operational efficiency, and holding accountability for transport compliance. The ideal candidate must possess a Certificate of Professional Competence, a clean UK driving license, and managerial experience in a transport environment. This position offers a full-time contract and an opportunity to contribute to essential defense services.