Field Transport Manager - Multi-Site Fleet & Compliance

Exertis (UK) Ltd.; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Holiday buy and sell scheme

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Certas Energy is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to lead field-based fleet operations across the East of England. The role covers 70-100 vehicles across 8-10 sites, ensuring compliance, safety and cost efficiency while working with depot teams.

You will report to the Senior Transport Manager and drive fleet inspections, audits, and governance. Regular travel, CPC responsibilities, and strong safety leadership are key to success.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience managing commercial vehicle fleets.
• Strong knowledge of Operator Licence compliance requirements.
• Experience in transport compliance, fleet management and vehicle maintenance programmes.
• Working knowledge of tachograph legislation, driver's hours regulations and Working Time Directive requirements.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation and best practice.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Experience within the tanker, fuel distribution or bulk haulage sector.
• Technical knowledge of tanker operations and fleet compliance requirements.
• Experience managing geographically dispersed fleets and multi-site operations.
• ADR knowledge and experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate fleet operations across multiple sites.
• Ensure full compliance with Operator Licence requirements and transport legislation.
• Act as a nominated Transport Manager CPC Holder on the Operator Licence.
• Monitor and manage fleet compliance, maintenance schedules and vehicle roadworthiness.
• Conduct regular vehicle inspections, fleet checks and site audits.
• Drive cost control initiatives and identify operational efficiencies.
• Manage compliance reporting, ensuring clear accountability and governance standards.
• Monitor tachograph performance, driver's hours compliance and Working Time Directive adherence.
• Support depot management teams on transport and compliance-related matters.
• Complete risk assessments and promote a strong Health, Safety and Environmental culture.
• Investigate incidents, implement corrective actions and maintain compliance records.
• Work closely with operational stakeholders to ensure fleet availability and service performance.

Skills

Fleet management

Operator Licence compliance

Tachograph regulations

Health & Safety

Stakeholder management

Vehicle maintenance programmes

Job description

Certas Energy is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to lead field-based fleet operations across the East of England. The role covers 70-100 vehicles across 8-10 sites, ensuring compliance, safety and cost efficiency while working with depot teams.

You will report to the Senior Transport Manager and drive fleet inspections, audits, and governance. Regular travel, CPC responsibilities, and strong safety leadership are key to success.