Transport Manager

xPO; Arnold; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in England is seeking a proactive Transport Manager to lead logistics operations for the Ibstock contract. The successful candidate will manage compliance, HR responsibilities, and ensure operational excellence through effective team leadership and communication skills. The role offers a salary of up to £45,000 per annum along with various benefits including pension and holiday options.

Benefits

25 days holiday

High street discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Workplace pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport or logistics management.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and health & safety standards.
• In-depth knowledge of transport road legislation and operator licence compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee vehicle and driver compliance through weekly audits.
• Manage training schedules and ensure team certifications.
• Report accident and incident documentation via Evotix.

Skills

Transport compliance knowledge

People management

Operational excellence

Excellent communication

Leadership skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Tools

Tachomaster

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Logistics done differently. We're looking for a proactive and detail‑driven Transport Manager to lead our logistics operations for the Ibstock contract at XPO. This role is ideal for someone with strong compliance knowledge, people management skills, and a passion for operational excellence.

Pay, benefits and more

We’re offering a salary of up to £45,000 per annum. In addition, we provide 25 days holiday (with the option to buy additional days), high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee vehicle and driver compliance, conducting weekly audits and ensuring all legal and company standards are met.
• Manage training schedules and audits, ensuring all team members are up to date with required certifications and briefings.
• Lead FORS compliance efforts and ensure readiness for audits.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, ensuring thorough documentation and QHSE reporting via Evotix.
• Monitor driver hours and Working Time Directive compliance using Tachomaster, working closely with the Compliance Manager.
• Manage HR responsibilities including absence management, welfare reviews, occupational health referrals, and disciplinary/grievance processes.
• Ensure payroll accuracy through timesheet entry and resolution of pay queries.
• Track and report backhaul activities, providing data to Finance and supporting operational reporting through PowerPoint presentations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships across XPO and Ibstock sites.
• Champion safety by ensuring all tools and procedures are used effectively and consistently.
• Support continuous improvement through regular team meetings, AMP reviews, and toolbox talks.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport or logistics management.
• Strong understanding of transport compliance, HR processes, and health & safety standards.
• Excellent knowledge of RTWTD, tachograph rules and regulations, and fleet maintenance.
• In‑depth knowledge of transport road legislation, operator licence compliance and digital tachographs.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive performance across a team.

Inclusive environment

We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and able to bring their true self to work. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. If you require any changes or amendments to our application process or interviews, please let us know.

Company profile and statements

XPO is a leading provider of world‑class solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents – who make XPO a great place to work.

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