Lead Transport Operations Manager - 4-on/4-off, HGV

Nter Talent; Coventry; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme which increases with 
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Life Assurance of up to 4x basic-salar

Retail discounts of up to 20%

Free on-site parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Regular training and career growth

Job summary

Nter Talent is seeking an experienced Transport Team Manager to lead the day-to-day operation in Coventry. You will manage drivers and transport coordinators, ensuring deliveries are safe, compliant and on time while controlling costs and service quality.

The role requires hands-on leadership of HGV operations, driver compliance, and people management in a fast-paced environment, with 4-on/4-off shifts and alternating days and nights.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Transport Management or Operations.
• Strong knowledge of HGV fleets, compliance and drivers' hours.
• Proven ability to manage drivers and transport teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day transport operation, including drivers, coordinators, vehicles and schedules.
• Oversee a fleet of HGVs ensuring safe, efficient operation.
• Manage multi-drop delivery operations and transport planning.
• Ensure compliance with Operator Licence, Drivers' Hours, WTR and tachograph rules.
• Monitor transport performance, KPIs and operational costs.
• Oversee end-to-end delivery of temperature-controlled products.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and address issues with drivers.
• Handle HR processes including absence, discipline and grievances.
• Investigate incidents and maintain health and safety standards.
• Collaborate with other departments to maintain service levels.
• Identify efficiency improvements and resource utilisation.
• Support wider management team and drive overall operation success.

Skills

HGV fleet management

People management

Transport planning

Compliance knowledge

KPIs / performance management

Driver coaching

Tools

Transport Management System

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nter Talent is seeking an experienced Transport Team Manager to lead the day-to-day operation in Coventry. You will manage drivers and transport coordinators, ensuring deliveries are safe, compliant and on time while controlling costs and service quality.

The role requires hands-on leadership of HGV operations, driver compliance, and people management in a fast-paced environment, with 4-on/4-off shifts and alternating days and nights.