Transport Manager

xPO; Banbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Banbury is seeking a proactive Transport Manager to lead logistics operations. The candidate will ensure compliance, manage HR responsibilities, and drive performance through effective team leadership. This role offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits including holiday options and discounts. Strong experience in transport management is essential.

Benefits

25 days holiday with the option to buy more

High-street discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Workplace pension

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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee vehicle and driver compliance through audits.
• Manage training schedules, ensuring certifications are up to date.
• Investigate accidents and incidents with thorough documentation.

Skills

Transport compliance knowledge

People management skills

Operational excellence

Excellent communication

Leadership skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Tachomaster

Job description

About the Role

We’re looking for a proactive and detail‑driven Transport Manager to lead our logistics operations for the DCS contract at XPO. This role is ideal for someone with strong compliance knowledge, people management skills, and a passion for operational excellence. The role runs Monday to Friday, day shift (with some flexibility for peak periods). The transport office operates between 06:00 – 18:00 and the team on site consists of two supervisors and an admin clerk.

Pay, benefits and more

We offer a competitive salary based on experience. Additional benefits include 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.

Typical day

• 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.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, ensuring thorough documentation and QHSE reporting via Evotix.
• Produce finance reports (XPO) and KPI packs for the customer (DCS).
• Monitor driver hours and Working Time Directive compliance using Tachomaster.
• 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 the DCS site.
• 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.

What you need to succeed at XPO

• 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.

Our Inclusive Culture

We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered, and can bring their true selves to work. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. To support you during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please let us know.