Transport Manager

Prodrive-Technologies; Banbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary growth

25 days holiday

Lieu day policy

CPD training

Onsite restaurant

Car salary sacrifice

Pension salary sacrifice

Cyclescheme

Exercise classes

Social events

Company discounts

Life assurance

Job summary

Prodrive Technologies in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Transport Manager to lead our HGV fleet, driver team and international logistics for motorsport operations.

You will ensure safety, compliance, cost efficiency and reliable delivery across events worldwide, including Dakar Rally, with close collaboration to Race and Rally Team Managers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in LGV & HGV transport management within motorsport, automotive, events or logistics environments.
• Strong knowledge of UK & EU transport legislation, operator licensing, drivers' hours, tachographs, working time and vehicle maintenance requirements.
• Experience managing and scheduling drivers, resources and operational budgets.
• International transport and cross-border logistics experience, including freight, customs processes and ATA Carnets.
• Highly organised, commercially aware and solutions focused, with the ability to perform under pressure.
• Confident communicator building relationships with drivers, Race and Rally Team Managers and senior management.
• Flexible and adaptable to support an international motorsport calendar while maintaining safety, compliance and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for safe, legal and efficient operation of the HGV fleet.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation, licensing, hours, tachographs, maintenance.
• Manage vehicle servicing, inspections, repairs and fleet replacement planning.
• Coordinate and support a team of HGV drivers, schedules and training.
• Develop transport and logistics plans with Race and Rally Team Managers for each programme.
• Coordinate movement of vehicles, race cars, equipment across the international calendar.
• Manage transport budgets, fuel, maintenance and third‑party logistics.
• Develop KPIs and reporting to monitor fleet performance and efficiency.
• Promote health, safety and environmental responsibility.

Skills

Transport management

Driver management

Budget management

Operational planning

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Transport Manager CPC (Road Haulage)

CPC refresher training

Job description

We are a leading international motorsport organisation operating teams across a range of world championship competitions including the World Endurance Championship (WEC) and World Rally-Raid Championship (WRRC). Our operations require the transportation of race cars, engineering equipment, workshops, spares and team infrastructure to events around the world. From conventional race weekends to the logistical challenges of extended events such as the two-week Dakar Rally, our transport operation is critical to the success of our teams.

We are now seeking an experienced, proactive and commercially minded Transport Manager to take responsibility for our fleet of lorries, drivers and associated transport operations. This is a key role, ensuring that our transport resources are safe, compliant, efficiently deployed and aligned with the operational requirements of our race and rally programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

Fleet Management & Compliance

• Take responsibility for the safe, legal and efficient operation of the company's HGV fleet.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transport legislation, including operator licensing, drivers' hours, tachograph requirements, vehicle roadworthiness and maintenance obligations.
• Manage vehicle servicing, inspections, repairs and fleet replacement planning.
• Maintain robust systems, records and procedures to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.

Driver Management

• Manage, coordinate and support a team of HGV drivers.
• Ensure appropriate driver qualifications, training and certifications are maintained.
• Manage driver scheduling, working hours, rest periods and deployment in accordance with applicable legislation.
• Promote a professional culture focused on safety, accountability and teamwork.

Motorsport Transport & Logistics

• Develop comprehensive transport and logistics plans in conjunction with the relevant Race and Rally Team Managers, ensuring that transport arrangements meet the operational requirements of each programme.
• Coordinate the movement of vehicles, trailers, race cars, equipment and team infrastructure across the international race and rally calendar.
• Plan driver rotations, vehicle deployment and logistical support for extended events, including the Dakar Rally.
• Liaise with team management, event organisers, freight providers, customs agents and other external partners.
• Anticipate logistical challenges and develop contingency plans to ensure reliable delivery.

Resource & Cost Optimisation

• Maximise fleet utilisation and optimise vehicle allocation, driver deployment and transport schedules.
• Manage transport budgets, fuel, maintenance and third-party logistics expenditure.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs and minimise unnecessary mileage and downtime.
• Develop appropriate KPIs and reporting to monitor fleet performance, compliance and operational efficiency.

Continuous Improvement

• Review and improve transport processes, systems and procedures.
• Develop effective fleet tracking, maintenance management and driver compliance systems.
• Promote high standards of health, safety and environmental responsibility.
• Implement a training schedule for all drivers and staff to maintain compliance

About You

• Proven experience in LGV & HGV transport management within a motorsport, automotive, events or specialist logistics environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK & EU transport legislation, operator licensing, regulatory compliance, drivers' hours, tachographs, working time and vehicle maintenance requirements.
• Experience managing and scheduling drivers, resources and operational budgets.
• A recognised Transport Manager CPC (Road Haulage) with relevant refresher and proven continuous professional development training.
• International transport and cross-border logistics experience, including freight, customs processes and ATA Carnets.
• Highly organised, commercially aware and solutions focused, with the ability to perform effectively under pressure.
• Confident communicator, capable of building effective relationships with drivers, Race and Rally Team Managers and senior management.
• Flexible and adaptable to support an international motorsport calendar while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance and operational excellence.

What can we offer you?

• An attractive salary which will grow in line with your ongoing development and impact
• 25 days holiday (which increases with long service) with an opportunity to purchase up to 15 extra days
• Competitive lieu day policy
• Training opportunities for continuing professional development
• Onsite subsidised staff restaurant
• Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes
• Cyclescheme
• Exercise classes
• Consultations with our Fit 4 Life expert
• Social events throughout the year
• Exclusive company discounts
• Life assurance

We are an equal opportunities employer

At Prodrive we are committed to attracting and nurturing the best talent and creating an inclusive workplace. We value individual differences and diversity amongst all staff so that everyone has the widest opportunities to maximise their potential. We aim to ensure that no job applicant is placed at a disadvantage by practices or requirements which disproportionately impact protected groups and which are not justified by the demands of the job. If you feel you are right for this role, we welcome your application.

Come and make a difference.