Transport Manager

212 Recruitment; Birchfield; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

212 Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a client in the UK for an experienced Transport Manager to oversee and optimise a busy logistics operation. This is a hands‑on role with ownership of compliance, fleet performance and driver management.

You will drive day‑to‑day transport efficiency, lead the team, and deliver continuous improvements across processes and standards within a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Transport Manager CPC qualification (essential).
• Strong knowledge of Operator Licence obligations.
• Understanding of DVSA regulations, vehicle roadworthiness and driver hours.
• Experience managing compliance systems such as tachograph analysis and maintenance schedules.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily transport operations, ensuring efficient routing, scheduling and delivery performance.
• Lead, support and develop drivers and transport staff.
• Maintain full compliance with all transport legislation, including tachographs, Working Time Directive and vehicle safety.
• Oversee fleet maintenance, inspections and defect reporting.
• Monitor KPIs such as delivery performance, cost control and utilisation.
• Ensure accurate record‑keeping for audits and regulatory checks.
• Liaise with internal teams, suppliers and customers to resolve transport related issues.
• Drive continuous improvement across transport processes and standards.

Skills

Transport leadership

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Communication

Hands‑on approach

Education

Transport Manager CPC

DVSA regulations knowledge

Operator Licence obligations

Tools

Tachograph analysis

Maintenance scheduling

Job description

We're pleased to be recruiting on behalf of our client - one of the fastest growing commercial wholesalers in Europe, in their search for an experienced Transport Manager to oversee and optimise their busy logistics operation. This is a hands on role where you'll take ownership of compliance, fleet performance, driver management and day‑to‑day transport efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily transport operations, ensuring efficient routing, scheduling and delivery performance
• Lead, support and develop drivers and transport staff
• Maintain full compliance with all transport legislation, including tachographs, Working Time Directive and vehicle safety
• Oversee fleet maintenance, inspections and defect reporting
• Monitor KPIs such as delivery performance, cost control and utilisation
• Ensure accurate record‑keeping for audits and regulatory checks
• Liaise with internal teams, suppliers and customers to resolve transport related issues
• Drive continuous improvement across transport processes and standards

Legal & Compliance Requirements

• Valid Transport Manager CPC qualification (essential)
• Strong knowledge of Operator Licence obligations
• Understanding of DVSA regulations, vehicle roadworthiness and driver hours
• Experience managing compliance systems such as tachograph analysis and maintenance schedules

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in a Transport Manager or similar logistics leadership role
• Strong organisational and problem solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Excellent communication and leadership qualities
• A proactive, hands on approach with high attention to detail

If you're ready to take ownership of a growing transport operation and play a key role in our clients continued expansion, we'd love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Advertised details may be subject to change based on client requirements