Head of Haulage & Transport Operations — Flexible Hours

Interaction Recruitment Group; Kettering; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment Group is recruiting for a Head of Haulage / Transport Manager in Kettering. The role supervises day-to-day haulage operations, ensures compliance with Operator Licence and UK transport laws, and drives efficiency and customer growth within a busy HGV transport division.

The successful candidate will lead drivers and transport office staff, monitor performance, training, and fleet utilization, while reporting to the Group Managing Director.

Qualifications

• CPC Transport Manager qualification.
• Experience in HGV haulage/transport operations.
• Experience with Operator Licence.
• Knowledge of UK transport legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of Drivers' Hours and tachograph regulations.
• Experience managing HGV drivers and transport operations.
• Knowledge of fleet maintenance, inspections and compliance.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing operational performance and costs.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day haulage operation.
• Lead and manage HGV drivers and transport office staff.
• Ensure compliance with Operator Licence and UK transport legislation.
• Manage driver compliance, tachographs and Drivers' Hours.
• Monitor KPIs, SLAs, and costs.
• Develop relationships with customers and grow external haulage.

Education

CPC Transport Manager qualification

Job description

Interaction Recruitment Group is recruiting for a Head of Haulage / Transport Manager in Kettering. The role supervises day-to-day haulage operations, ensures compliance with Operator Licence and UK transport laws, and drives efficiency and customer growth within a busy HGV transport division.

The successful candidate will lead drivers and transport office staff, monitor performance, training, and fleet utilization, while reporting to the Group Managing Director.