Transport Manager

Refood; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food waste management company in the UK is seeking a Transport Manager to oversee logistics and lead a team of drivers. This full-time permanent role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career development while contributing to sustainable practices in food waste recycling. Ideal candidates have a CPC qualification and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in managing transport or supply chain operations.
• A full UK Driving Licence.
• Ability to communicate confidently, and stay calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Leading and motivating a team of around 45 drivers.
• Coordinating the raw material supply chain.
• Planning efficient use of the vehicle fleet.
• Ensuring compliance with transport regulations.
• Recruiting and training drivers.
• Maintaining driver records.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

CPC National/International qualification

IT confidence

Waste industry knowledge

Flexibility and team-player approach

Job description

Transport Manager Dagenham

Business: ReFood (part of SARIA Group)

At ReFood, we don’t just move food waste, we transform it. Our state‑of‑the‑art Anaerobic Digestion (AD) plants recycle food waste into renewable energy, heat, and ReGrow, a nutrient‑rich fertiliser that goes right back to local farms. By doing so, we are helping businesses divert food waste from landfill and building a more sustainable future.

Now, we’re looking for a Transport Manager to join our growing team in Dagenham. This is your chance to combine leadership, logistics, and sustainability into one rewarding career.

The Opportunity

This is more than just a transport role. You’ll be the key link ensuring our collections run smoothly, our customers are supported, and our drivers are motivated. We’ll invest in your future development, offer tailored training, and give you the opportunity to grow with us.

This is a full‑time, permanent role with a competitive salary and benefits.

What You’ll Be Doing

No two days are the same, but your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and motivating a team of around 45 Class C & Class C&E drivers to deliver daily collections and meet key targets.
• Coordinating the raw material supply chain, working closely with customers and internal teams.
• Planning efficient use of our vehicle fleet to maximise service levels and minimise downtime.
• Ensuring compliance with transport regulations, health & safety, and company standards.
• Recruiting, training, and developing drivers.
• Maintaining driver records and monitoring drivers hours in line with EU Road Haulage Legislation.
• Producing vehicle KPI reports and handling general site compliance admin.

What We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you bring:

• CPC National/International qualification.
• Experience in managing transport or supply chain operations.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate confidently.
• Waste industry knowledge.
• IT confidence.
• A flexible, committed team‑player approach, calm under pressure and great at prioritising.
• A full UK Driving Licence.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A role with purpose helping protect the planet through sustainable food waste recycling.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• The chance to be part of a supportive, forward‑thinking team.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the role for you, send us your CV and covering letter:

By email: (url removed)

By post: HR Department, Ings Road, Doncaster, DN5 9TL

Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted due to the high volume of applications.