Transport Manager

Time Appointments; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Company pension scheme

Job summary

Time Appointments Ltd. is seeking an experienced Transport Operator/Manager in Felixstowe to oversee daily transport operations and drive efficiency. You will coordinate drivers and vehicles, ensuring compliance with drivers' hours and health & safety standards while delivering excellent customer service.

The role requires proactive, independent working with strong planning and communication skills, and a solid transport background to manage a busy operation and adapt to changing priorities.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport operator/management roles.
• Strong knowledge of transport operations and compliance.
• Ability to plan, organise and communicate effectively.
• Proactive, independent, hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily transport operations.
• Plan and coordinate vehicle schedules and deliveries.
• Manage drivers and workload distribution.
• Monitor movements to ensure timely collections/deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with drivers' hours and working time regs.
• Maintain vehicle maintenance schedules and records.
• Liaise with customers/suppliers/internal teams.
• Resolve operational issues and delays.
• Monitor transport costs and efficiency improvements.
• Maintain transport documents/records.
• Promote health and safety across transport operation.

Skills

Transport operations

Logistics

Drivers' hours/tachographs

Planning/organisation

Communication skills

Independent working

MS Office

Transport management systems

Tools

Transport management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and motivated Transport Operator / Transport Manager to join our client who are based in Felixstowe.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth, efficient and cost-effective operation of the transport department, coordinating drivers and vehicles, maintaining compliance and delivering excellent levels of customer service.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong transport background who can work independently, manage a busy operation and bring a proactive approach to the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily running of transport operations.
• Plan, organise and coordinate daily vehicle schedules and deliveries.
• Manage and coordinate drivers, ensuring workloads are distributed effectively.
• Monitor vehicle movements and ensure collections and deliveries are completed on time.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation, drivers' hours and working time regulations.
• Maintain vehicle maintenance schedules, inspections and service records.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal departments.
• Resolve any operational issues, delays or transport-related problems.
• Monitor transport costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Ensure all transport documentation and records are maintained accurately.
• Promote a strong culture of health and safety across the transport operation.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a transport operator or transport management role.
• Strong knowledge of transport operations and logistics.
• Good understanding of drivers' hours, tachographs and transport compliance.
• Excellent planning, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Confident using transport management systems and Microsoft Office.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary of up to 45,000 per annum.
• Company car.
• Company pension scheme.
• Opportunity to join an established and growing business.
• A varied and responsible position with scope to make a real impact.