Transport & Fleet Manager — Compliance & Maintenance Lead

Gategroup; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gategroup is seeking a Transport Manager to lead fleet and transport operations across Glasgow and Edinburgh. You will ensure DVSA compliance, manage budgets, and maintain licensing and fleet records while driving safety, efficiency and regulatory adherence.

The role requires strong leadership and experience in tachograph analysis, with responsibility for liaison with contractors, airports, and regulatory bodies to uphold service standards and compliance.

Qualifications

• Front-line management experience in a similar role.
• Experience managing staff.
• Experience with Budgets / KPIs.
• Experience with tachograph analysis systems such as FTA Vision.
• Experience communicating with the OTC.

Responsibilities

• Lead fleet and transport operations for Glasgow and Edinburgh units.
• Ensure compliance with DVSA, tachograph, and vehicle regulations.
• Audit pre-operational inspections and management gate checks.
• Liaise with maintenance contractors and airport authorities.
• Maintain fleet budgets and KPIs, and oversee license compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Transport Manager CPC / OLAT

Job description

Gategroup is seeking a Transport Manager to lead fleet and transport operations across Glasgow and Edinburgh. You will ensure DVSA compliance, manage budgets, and maintain licensing and fleet records while driving safety, efficiency and regulatory adherence.

The role requires strong leadership and experience in tachograph analysis, with responsibility for liaison with contractors, airports, and regulatory bodies to uphold service standards and compliance.