Plant and Transport Manager

Colas Ltd; Winsford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

£570 monthly allowance

Hybrid Working Scheme

Pension scheme up to 10%

Life Assurance (x4 salary)

25 days annual leave + public holidays

Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme

Funding for professional qualification

Staff development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Colas Ltd. in Winsford, Cheshire, seeks a Plant & Transport Manager to oversee operational efficiency, safety and regulatory compliance across sites. The role includes managing resources, coordinating logistics and ensuring adherence to company policies while travel to operations as required.

You will lead safety initiatives, develop fleet strategies and report on performance, with a strong emphasis on safety, emissions reduction and process improvements. Hybrid working arrangements may apply.

Qualifications

• TM CPC and IOSH Managing Safety with a FORS Advanced Practitioner qualification.
• Experience in a similar role with a strong understanding of logistics, supply chain management and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple sites and its equipment and implement the carbon strategy, including investments and fleet replacement plans.
• Improve safety, reduce emissions, analyse driver behaviour, review fuel consumption and idle times; train drivers and operators as needed.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and regulatory agencies; prepare and present reports on operational performance.
• Develop plant and transport policies and procedures; ensure compliance with transport regulatory standards.
• Lead a team of plant and transport personnel, fostering continuous improvement and safety culture.

Skills

TM CPC

IOSH Managing Safety

FORS Advanced Practitioner

Logistics

Education

Transport Manager CPC (TM CPC)

IOSH Managing Safety

Job description

Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large-scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields, and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.

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Purpose of the Role

The Plant & Transport Manager is responsible for overseeing the operational efficiency, safety, regulatory compliance, profitability of plant & transportation activities within an assigned geographic area. This role involves managing resources, coordinating logistics, & ensuring that operations align with company policies & industry regulations. This role is vital for ensuring that plant & transport operations run smoothly, efficiently, & safely while meeting the company's goals and objectives. You will be based in our Winsford, Cheshire location with travel to operations as and when required.

Main Responsibilities

The Plant & Transport Manager will oversee multiple sites and its equipment and implement the carbon strategy including recommending investments, divestments & a fleet replacement plan. As Plant & Transport Manager you will improve safety, reduce emissions, analyse driver behaviour, review fuel consumption & idle times and intervene with Driver & Operator training.

As Plant & Transport Manager you will develop & maintain relationships with suppliers, & regulatory agencies, prepare & present reports on operational performance and develop the plant & transport policies & procedures.

You will oversee safety & environmental policies, transport regulatory standards, manage budgets, collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead a team of plant & transport personnel, fostering a culture of continuous improvement & safety.

The Ideal Candidate

To be successful in this role you will hold a Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (TM CPC) and IOSH Managing Safety with a FORS Advanced Practitioner qualification. You will have experience in a similar role with a strong understanding of logistics, supply chain management and safety regulations.

Package Description

• A salary of circa £50,000 per annum plus company car or £570 monthly allowance.
• Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
• Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
• 25 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays
• Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
• Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
• Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
• Ongoing personal/professional development
• Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal

At Colas, our culture is guided by four core values: Respect, Commitment, Pioneering, and Sharing. These values shape how we work, collaborate, and grow together. We believe that respect is the foundation of every relationship. By treating others as we wish to be treated, we foster fairness, transparency, and inclusion within our teams and with our clients, communities, and partners. Commitment means dedicating ourselves fully to everything we do. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. With a pioneering spirit, we prioritise bold innovation over blind ambition. We welcome new ideas, invest in our people, and work to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that shape the future. Through sharing, we build trust and solidarity, encouraging collaboration and growth at all levels of the business.

Colas Ltd is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that mirrors the communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you want a workplace where your voice is valued and your potential is developed, Colas is the right choice.

Note to Recruitment Agencies

In line with our Company Policy, Colas Ltd has a preference for direct hiring and we will reach out to our PSL (Preferred Suppliers List) agencies if the role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If a speculative CV is sent, no fee will be applicable.