Senior Transport Manager – Waste & Recycling Ops

Forward Waste Management Ltd; Newport; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Birthday day off

Pension

Westfield Health

Car parking

Job summary

Forward Waste Management Ltd. is seeking a Senior Transport Manager to oversee daily transport operations for a diverse waste/recycling fleet. You will ensure efficient collection, transfer and disposal, while complying with environmental, safety and legal requirements.

The role requires CPC in transport management and a proven ability to lead teams, manage routes, and uphold regulatory standards. A proactive approach to cost control and operations optimization is essential.

Qualifications

• CPC in transport management essential.
• Educated to a good standard in Mathematics and English.
• Experience in transport management, ideally in waste/recycling or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation and compliance.
• Experience managing fleets and drivers.
• Commercially minded with leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Transport department in line with growth plans.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the transport fleet including RO/RO, skips and other vehicles.
• Work with the Transport Planner to optimise routes and minimise costs.
• Ensure vehicle availability through scheduled maintenance and repairs.
• Monitor fuel usage, vehicle performance and operational KPIs.
• Represent the company with DVSA, Traffic Commissioner and regulators.
• Maintain FORS accreditation annually.
• Review monthly transport P&L and identify cost savings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Fleet management

IT literacy

Route optimisation

Safety management

Education

CPC in transport management

Mathematics and English

Tools

N/A

Job description

Forward Waste Management Ltd. is seeking a Senior Transport Manager to oversee daily transport operations for a diverse waste/recycling fleet. You will ensure efficient collection, transfer and disposal, while complying with environmental, safety and legal requirements.

The role requires CPC in transport management and a proven ability to lead teams, manage routes, and uphold regulatory standards. A proactive approach to cost control and operations optimization is essential.