Senior Transport Ops Leader – Multi-Depot UK

Start People Ltd; Warrington; In loco; GBP 68.000 - 83.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Company car or car allowance

Pension

Healthcare

21 days' annual leave + bank holidays

Descrizione del lavoro

Start People Ltd is seeking a Senior transport leader to head UK haulage operations from Warrington, overseeing three depots with national travel. You will shape strategy, drive profitability and implement new systems across the network.

The role demands a hands‑on leader with depot-style management experience, strong knowledge of transport law and fleet operations, and the ability to develop managers while improving efficiency.

Competenze

• Proven experience managing road transport or UK haulage operations across multiple depots.
• Experience leading and developing managers and operational teams.
• Strong knowledge of transport legislation, Operator Licensing, drivers' hours and compliance.
• Good technical understanding of fleet maintenance and repairs.
• Track record of improving operational processes, productivity and efficiencies.
• Experience introducing transport management systems, telematics or route planning technology.
• Strong commercial awareness, including budget management and cost control.
• A hands-on leadership style with the confidence to drive change and travel between depots.

Mansioni

• Take overall responsibility for the operational performance of three UK depots.
• Lead, manage and develop three Depot Managers, setting clear objectives and accountability.
• Standardise operating procedures across all locations.
• Identify and implement improvements to productivity, efficiency and profitability.
• Introduce new transport systems, technology and reporting tools.
• Oversee transport planning, fleet utilisation, driver resourcing and vehicle performance.
• Drive improvements in vehicle maintenance, repairs, fuel efficiency and costs.
• Ensure compliance with Operator Licence, DVSA regulations, drivers' hours and tachograph rules.
• Maintain high health and safety standards across all depots.
• Monitor KPIs, budgets and performance, delivering measurable improvements.
• Collaborate with MD and senior team on strategic operational direction.
• Support commercial activities and new business opportunities.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

People management

Fleet management

Transport legislation

Route planning tech

Strumenti

Fleet management software

Descrizione del lavoro

Start People Ltd is seeking a Senior transport leader to head UK haulage operations from Warrington, overseeing three depots with national travel. You will shape strategy, drive profitability and implement new systems across the network.

The role demands a hands‑on leader with depot-style management experience, strong knowledge of transport law and fleet operations, and the ability to develop managers while improving efficiency.