Transport Manager

SRG Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Self-employed consultancy

Job summary

SRG Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to lead a logistics, container haulage and 3PL operation built on high standards of customer care, 24/7 responsiveness and reliability. This hands-on leadership role requires taking ownership of daily traffic execution and maximizing fleet yield.

You will supervise the transport desk, collaborate with planning teams to reduce delays, control costs and ensure compliance with Operator Licence requirements, while fostering a proactive,

Qualifications

• A valid International or National Transport Manager CPC in Road Haulage.
• Extensive hands-on experience with modern Transport Management Systems (TMS) and telematics.
• Strong experience managing articulated vehicle fleets in container logistics and general haulage.
• Commercial awareness with route profitability and 24-hour shift planning.
• Collaborative leadership in a family-owned business, with practical, disciplined approach.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of dispatch execution and collaborate with planning to minimise errors and delays.
• Maximise fleet yield and backload capture for port container drayage and general haulage.
• Lead, coach and support the transport office to foster open communication and accountability.
• Act as operations champion for key accounts with proactive communication and execution.
• Coordinate with dispatch, workshop and subcontractors while ensuring Operator Licence compliance.

Skills

Transport CPC

TMS software

Data analytics

Fleet management

Leadership

Tools

Telematics systems

Digital routing software

Job description

SRG Recruitment are seeking an experienced and proactive Transport Manager to lead a logistics, container haulage and 3PL specialist Transport company, built on high standards of customer care, 24/7 responsiveness and absolute reliability. As they continue to grow, they are looking for an experienced Transport Manager to ensure the operational performance consistently matches the commercial reputation.

This is a hands-on, commercially focused leadership role for a seasoned transport professional who can take ownership of daily traffic execution, maximise fleet yield and build a proactive, accountable culture across our transport desk.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Fleet Utilisation & Revenue Yield Maximise earnings per vehicle across every 24-hour operational window, with a strong focus on backload capture and the right mix of port container drayage (Southampton, London Gateway and Felixstowe) and general haulage.
• Operational Accountability Take ownership of dispatch execution, working closely with the planning team to reduce avoidable errors, missed delivery windows and costly port or demurrage charges.
• Team Leadership Lead, coach and support the existing transport office, creating a culture of open communication, fast problem-solving and shared ownership rather than reactive or defensive working.
• Customer Service Act as the operational champion for key accounts, ensuring high-value customers receive exceptional, accurate execution and proactive communication.
• Compliance & Systems Coordinate effectively across dispatch, workshop/maintenance teams and external subcontractors, while making best use of digital planning tools and maintaining strict compliance with Operator Licence requirements.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• A valid International or National Transport Manager CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) in Road Haulage.
• Extensive hands-on experience with modern Transport Management Systems (TMS), telematics and digital routing/dispatch software, with the ability to use data to improve fleet efficiency and KPI performance.
• Strong experience managing articulated vehicle fleets across container logistics and port-connected movements, alongside general haulage.
• Commercial awareness and a strong understanding of route profitability, return-load economics and dynamic 24-hour shift planning.
• A collaborative, grounded leadership style that suits a family-owned business someone who leads with respect, clear standards and practical support rather than heavy-handed bureaucracy.
• The ability to stay calm and decisive under pressure, handling live operational issues, customer changes and port traffic while maintaining clean execution.
• Established self-employed transport contractor/consultancy status and the ability to embed effectively within our regional site operations.

WHY JOIN US?

• Direct access to the business owners and short lines of communication.
• A fast-moving, supportive and commercially focused working environment.
• A genuine opportunity to shape transport performance, fleet utilisation and team culture.
• A senior operational position within an established, family-owned logistics business.

ENGAGEMENT & REWARD

• Engagement: Independent Services Contract / Self-Employed Consultancy Agreement.
• Remuneration: Competitive day rate / retainer reflecting senior operational experience and delivery against agreed key performance metrics.

READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT?