Regional Transport Manager

Bis Henderson; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to oversee operations across East Anglia. The successful candidate will manage a fleet of 40 vehicles and ensure compliance with transport legislation. Key responsibilities include daily operations oversight, staff management, and performance monitoring. Essential qualifications include the National CPC qualification and at least 5 years of transport management experience.

Benefits

Car allowance

Benefits

Qualifications

• National CPC qualification is essential.
• 5+ years of transport management experience required.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily transport operations across multiple depots.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation.
• Manage driver onboarding and training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

National CPC qualification

Minimum 5 years' experience in transport management

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Location: Middleton/East Anglia region Salary: cGBP50,000 + car + benefits

Summary

Due to continued company growth, our client is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to oversee operations across multiple depots in East Anglia. You will be responsible for managing the transport operations across the East Anglia sites, overseeing a fleet of 40 vehicles including tippers, mixers, articulated lorries, and support vehicles. This role is pivotal in ensuring legal compliance, operational efficiency, and high standards of safety and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily transport operations across multiple depots.
• Ensure full compliance with transport legislation, including driver hours, vehicle maintenance, and audit standards.
• Hold responsibility for the company's Operator Licence (CPC essential).
• Manage driver onboarding, training, appraisals, and performance.
• Lead and mentor the transport team, fostering a positive and professional culture.
• Monitor and analyse transport system data to drive performance and efficiency.
• Liaise with internal departments and external maintenance providers to ensure fleet roadworthiness and minimise downtime.
• Support fleet optimisation and asset management to meet current and future business needs.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Promote company values and ensure consistent people management.

Experience

• Essential:
• National CPC qualification (must be named on the Operator Licence).
• Minimum 5 years' experience in transport management.
• Strong understanding of transport regulations and compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• IT proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Desirable:
• Mechanical knowledge or background (operate an in-house fleet maintenance workshop).
• Experience in the construction or quarrying sector.

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