Transport Manager

WR Logistics; Ashford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking logistics company as a Transport Manager, where you'll oversee fleet operations across the UK and Europe. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with transport legislation while leading a dedicated team. With a modern fleet and a strong service reputation, you'll be part of a family-owned business that values its employees. If you're passionate about logistics and have the necessary qualifications, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the industry.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Competitive salary

Family-owned business culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing compliant fleet operations.
• Thorough understanding of transport legislation in UK and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day fleet operations ensuring compliance.
• Manage driver performance and scheduling for deliveries.
• Lead and develop the transport team.

Skills

International CPC

HGV 1 licence

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

IT proficiency

Tools

Transport management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position: Transport Manager
Location: Ashford - Kent
Hours: 5 out of 7 any rolling week - to be planned
Salary: Up to 50,000

Are you an experienced Transport Manager with a passion for logistics and a proven track record in managing compliant, efficient fleet operations across the UK and Europe? We're looking for someone who has an International CPC and a current HGV 1 licence to join our client's team in Hythe.

We are recruiting for a UK and European transport company, providing high-quality logistics solutions across borders. With a modern fleet and a strong reputation for service.

The Role:
As Transport Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of their fleet, ensuring full compliance with UK and EU transport legislation. This is a critical leadership role where you will play a key part in the safe, efficient, and lawful operation of our transport activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hold overall responsibility for Operator Licence (O-Licence) compliance.

• Ensure fleet and driver compliance with all relevant UK and EU legislation.

• Manage driver performance, including tachograph analysis and working time directive compliance.

• Oversee scheduling, route planning, and load optimisation for UK and European deliveries.

• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure high service levels.

• Maintain accurate transport records and reports.

• Lead, support, and develop the transport team.

Requirements:

• International CPC - Essential

• Category CE (Class 1) licence - Essential

• Demonstrable experience in a similar Transport Manager role.

• Thorough understanding of UK and European transport legislation.

• Strong leadership and organisational skills.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

• IT proficiency with transport management systems and Microsoft Office.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary

• 28 days holiday

• To be a part of a family-owned business

WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.