Transport Manager

thyssenkrupp Materials UK; Cuerden; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials supplier in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to oversee transport operations and lead a high-performance team. The ideal candidate should hold a valid Transport Manager CPC and have substantial experience in transport management, strong knowledge of transport legislation, as well as excellent people management and communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including a car allowance and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary + car allowance

Annual leave: 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Health Cash Plan (after 6 months)

Company bonus scheme

Advantageous pension scheme

Learning & Development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Transport Manager or senior transport supervisory role.
• Strong working knowledge of transport legislation, driver hours, tachographs, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the transport team overseeing daily operations.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation and legal requirements.
• Recruit, supervise, and train drivers and administrative staff.

Skills

Transport Manager CPC (National and/or International)

Transport legislation

People management

IT skills including transport management systems

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Description

We are seeking an experienced Transport Manager to lead and develop our transport team while overseeing day‑to‑day transport operations. This role is key to ensuring compliance, efficiency, and a positive, high‑performance culture across the transport team.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily deliveries through the use of the manifest system and communication with sales across all divisions of TKMUK.
• Ensuring that all vehicles and drivers meet recommended legal requirements and all records are maintained in accordance with VOSA.
• Recruit, supervise, motivate, train and appraise the drivers and transport admin in conjunction with the Divisional Transport Manager.
• Efficiently implement Company Standard Practices and warehouse procedures. Meet all legal and safety requirements applicable to the Company.
• Observe the requirements of the company Quality procedures, Environmental procedures and Health & Safety rules.
• Ensure that all administration functions are carried out efficiently, particularly by the Transport administration assistants.
• Control Route Planning and ensure the effective utilisation of both company and hired vehicles.
• Ensure that all legal requirements with regard to vehicles are met – including maintenance inspections, plating, MOT tests, and the inspection and filing of tachograph sheets and vehicle defect reports.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Hold a valid Transport Manager CPC (National and/or International).
• Proven experience in a Transport Manager or senior transport supervisory role.
• Strong working knowledge of transport legislation, driver hours, tachographs, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrable experience in people management, including managing drivers and transport staff.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams, with experience handling performance management, absence, and disciplinary processes.
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage at all levels.
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage competing demands.
• Competent IT skills, including transport management systems and Microsoft Office.

Desirable

• Previous responsibility for O‑Licence compliance.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced or regulated environment.
• Knowledge of health & safety and risk management within transport operations.
• Experience driving a positive safety and compliance culture.

Job Benefits

• Competitive salary + car allowance
• Annual leave: 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Health Cash Plan (after 6 months)
• Company bonus scheme
• Advantageous pension scheme
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Advanced Family Friendly Policies
• Employee high street vouchers & discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational health & health surveillance
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas savings scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wellbeing events
• Recognition Portal
• Rewards Portal
• Company events
• Company share schemes
• Christmas Closedown

Our Company Values

Our company values are the fundamental principles that guide our organisation’s actions, culture, and decision‑making processes. They were created by our employees across all departments and with people at all levels, creating authentic values that make sense and demonstrate how we like to work with each other. They serve as the foundation for our company’s identity, shaping how our employees interact with one another, customers, and the broader community.

We want every part of the hiring process to be seamless and inclusive and so if you need any support during any stage, please reach out to [e-mail] and we will be in touch to discuss how we can support you.

Please note that we reserve the right to remove this advert prior to the advertised expiry date, dependent on the level of response received. You are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to supply individual feedback at the CV review stage.