Sheffield Transport Operations Manager | CPC Certified

Personnel Solutions (Midlands) Ltd; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

PS Ltd in Sheffield is recruiting an experienced Transport Manager to oversee the daily transport function, coordinating deliveries and collections and leading drivers to ensure safe and efficient operations.

The ideal candidate will hold a Transport Manager CPC and have proven experience in transport, haulage or logistics management, with strong regulatory knowledge and excellent organisation skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Transport Manager CPC.
• Experience managing a transport, haulage or logistics operation.
• Strong understanding of transport compliance and relevant legislation.
• Experience managing and motivating drivers.
• Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day transport operation, including deliveries, collections and other haulage requirements.
• Plan and coordinate driver schedules and vehicle movements to maximise efficiency.
• Manage and support the driver team, monitoring performance and addressing any operational issues.
• Ensure full compliance with transport legislation, operator licence requirements and health & safety procedures.
• Work closely with the company's in-house garage to coordinate vehicle maintenance, repairs and availability.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal departments to ensure a smooth and reliable service.
• Resolve transport and delivery issues quickly and effectively.
• Identify opportunities to improve routes, utilisation and overall transport efficiency.
• Maintain accurate transport records and ensure relevant documentation is kept up to date.

Skills

Transport management

People management

Regulatory compliance

Organisational skills

Communication

IT literacy

UK driving licence

Education

Transport Manager CPC

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Transport/office systems

Job description

PS Ltd in Sheffield is recruiting an experienced Transport Manager to oversee the daily transport function, coordinating deliveries and collections and leading drivers to ensure safe and efficient operations.

The ideal candidate will hold a Transport Manager CPC and have proven experience in transport, haulage or logistics management, with strong regulatory knowledge and excellent organisation skills.