Head of Transport

HIVED; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A sustainable logistics startup in Greater London seeks a Senior Transport Manager to oversee operations of its electric eHGV fleet. The role requires a CPC qualification, along with at least 10 years of management experience in transport and logistics. The successful candidate will ensure compliance, lead a high-performance team, and optimize operations to support the company's growth trajectory. This role promises dynamic working conditions and excellent benefits, including a competitive salary and performance reviews.

Benefits

25 days of holiday allowance plus public holidays

Subsidised private medical insurance

Team lunch once a week

Cycle-to-work scheme

Dog-friendly office

Cycle-to-work scheme

Dog-friendly office

MacBook Air or Windows Laptop

Qualifications

• Must hold a current valid and unrestricted National or International Certificate of Professional Competence in Road Haulage.
• A minimum of 10 years of demonstrable management experience within the transport and logistics industry.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all transport activities to ensure compliance and safety.
• Lead the transport team and drive operational efficiency.
• Manage all accident and incident investigations.

Skills

Transport Manager CPC qualification

Management experience

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

National or International Certificate of Professional Competence in Road Haulage

Job description

About HIVED

HIVED is a climate and logistics start‑up building the first sustainable parcel delivery network at scale powered by 100% electric vehicles. We serve millions of customers across Europe and are trusted by leading international brands such as John Lewis, Nespresso, Uniqlo and H&M. Our tight‑knit team comprises former Revolut, Bain, HelloFresh, ASOS, Apple and Google employees and we are backed by some of Europe’s leading climate‑tech investors including Planet A Ventures, Maersk Growth, Pale Blue Dot VC and the British government.

Role overview

As Senior Transport Manager you will own the operation of our purely electric eHGV fleet and drive the Transport Department. You will balance parcel collections with trunking and haulage to maximise revenue, ensure compliance and safety, and support a rapidly changing business. You will lead a high‑performance team to help us reach our ambitious growth trajectory.

Responsibilities

• Compliance & Legal Responsibility
  Hold a current valid Transport Manager CPC qualification to be designated the official Transport Manager on the Company’s Operator Licence.
  Manage continuous control over all transport activities to maintain the Company’s good repute and clear record with the Traffic Commissioner. Monitor and audit driver hours, working time directive and tachograph analysis, taking corrective action as necessary. Oversee a robust preventative maintenance schedule ensuring all vehicles are safe, road‑worthy and compliant with O‑Licence standards, including annual testing.
• Operational Management & Efficiency
  Lead and develop the transport team, including line management of our transport manager and transport associate. Drive continuous operational efficiency through route optimisation, reducing empty mileage and maximising vehicle utilisation. Balance competing needs of our haulage and parcel businesses to ensure both are met within safe parameters. Ensure effective loading/unloading procedures in compliance with vehicle weight limits and load safety regulations. Manage all accident and incident investigations, implementing corrective actions to mitigate future risk and improve safety standards.

Requirements

• Essential – Must hold a current valid and unrestricted National or International Certificate of Professional Competence in Road Haulage.
• A minimum of 10 years of demonstrable management experience within the transport and logistics industry.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced high‑growth business environment, balancing the need to innovate quickly against safety and compliance.
• A proactive approach to compliance and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, comfortable dealing with both drivers and senior leadership.

Nice to have

• Experience working with electric vehicles.
• Previous start‑up / scale‑up experience.

How we reward our team

• Dynamic working environment with a diverse and driven team.
• Huge opportunity for learning in a high‑growth environment with progression opportunities based on success in the role.
• 25 days of holiday allowance plus public holidays.
• Birthday day off and tenure‑based additional days off.
• Subsidised private medical insurance, including dental, vision and mental health therapy.
• Bi‑annual performance reviews and tailored development plans.
• Competitive salary and EMI options scheme.
• Annual compensation review.
• Team lunch provided once a week.
• Quarterly team socials and annual sports day (HIVED Olympics).
• Enhanced maternity / paternity / adoption policy right from day 1.
• Community volunteer days.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Dog‑friendly office and depots.
• MacBook Air or Windows Laptop (depending on your preference).

Want to learn more

• Meet the team in 60 seconds: Behind the scenes with HIVED.
• HIVED is B Corporation certified.
• We are named UK StartUp of the Year 2024.
• Read how HIVED raised £42 M to transform parcel delivery with AI and all‑electric logistics network.
• Check the Impact Report 2024.
• Keep up with HIVED here.