Head Of Transport

Bis Henderson; Caddington; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bis Henderson in the United Kingdom seeks a Head of Transport to own a busy operation in Luton. You will lead a team of transport managers, planners, drivers and support staff, ensuring compliance and driving improvements in fleet performance and service delivery.

With a fleet of about 60 trucks, the role focuses on cost control, route planning and customer satisfaction while maintaining health and safety standards. This is a hands-on leadership position with significant strategic impact.

Qualifications

• Senior transport management experience in a sizeable fleet operation.
• Valid CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence).
• Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation and operator licensing.
• Experience leading transport teams and managing a large fleet.
• Proven track record in improving operational performance and controlling costs.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running and performance of the transport operation.
• Lead, develop and motivate transport managers, planners, drivers and support teams.
• Ensure full compliance with transport legislation, operator licensing, drivers' hours, tachographs and vehicle maintenance requirements.
• Manage fleet utilisation, vehicle availability, route planning and resource allocation.
• Drive improvements in cost control, productivity, fuel efficiency and overall fleet performance.
• Monitor KPIs, service levels and customer satisfaction, taking ownership of operational challenges and resolving issues effectively.
• Work closely with senior leadership and other departments to support business growth and continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, ensuring a culture of accountability and operational excellence.

Skills

Senior transport management

CPC

UK transport legislation

Fleet management

Cost control

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Head of Transport

Location: Luton

Salary: £55,000-£70,000

An exciting opportunity to join a growing business with an excellent reputation in the market, as Head of Transport, taking ownership of a busy transport operation and playing a key role in its continued growth.

With a fleet of approximately 60 trucks, this is an opportunity for an experienced transport professional to lead from the front, develop the team and drive improvements across fleet performance, service delivery, compliance and operational efficiency.

The Role

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running and performance of the transport operation.
• Lead, develop and motivate transport managers, planners, drivers and support teams.
• Ensure full compliance with transport legislation, operator licensing, drivers' hours, tachographs and vehicle maintenance requirements.
• Manage fleet utilisation, vehicle availability, route planning and resource allocation.
• Drive improvements in cost control, productivity, fuel efficiency and overall fleet performance.
• Monitor KPIs, service levels and customer satisfaction, taking ownership of operational challenges and resolving issues effectively.
• Work closely with senior leadership and other departments to support business growth and continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, ensuring a culture of accountability and operational excellence.

About You

• Proven experience in a senior transport management role, ideally within a sizeable fleet operation.
• A valid Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) is essential.
• Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation, operator licensing and fleet compliance.
• Experience leading transport teams and managing a fleet of significant scale.
• Commercially aware, with a track record of improving operational performance and controlling costs.
• A hands-on, proactive leader who can balance strategic planning with the demands of a fast-paced transport operation.
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.

The Opportunity

You'll be joining a growing, well-regarded business where transport is central to operational success. With a competitive salary of £55,000-£70,000, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact, shape the transport function and help support the next stage of the company's growth.

All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role