Transport Manager

Moorland Recruitment; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to oversee a busy transport operation in Liverpool's food industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a fleet of around 40 vehicles, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and excellent service delivery. Key qualifications include Driver CPC and Transport Manager CPC. This role offers a competitive salary and requires strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing transport operations.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.
• Experience in logistics and multidrop deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage daily delivery and collection schedules.
• Lead, motivate, and support a team of drivers.
• Ensure all vehicles are maintained and compliant.
• Monitor and enforce EU and WTD regulations.
• Keep accurate transport records.
• Work with senior management to achieve depot targets.
• Continuously improve efficiency across the operation.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Resilience

Education

Full Driver CPC qualification

Transport Manager CPC qualification

Job description

Overview

Transport Manager - Food Industry
Liverpool
£35,000 - £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)

5am/6am - 1pm/2pm SHIFT

I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Transport Manager to join a well-established foodservice business in Liverpool. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong leadership and compliance experience to take ownership of a busy transport operation.

The role involves early starts, but this also means early finishes. You'll be managing a fleet of around 40 vehicles, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and excellent service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage daily delivery and collection schedules.
• Lead, motivate, and support a team of drivers.
• Ensure all vehicles are maintained and compliant.
• Monitor and enforce EU and WTD regulations.
• Keep accurate transport records in line with DVSA and company requirements.
• Work with senior management to achieve depot targets.
• Continuously improve efficiency across the transport operation.

Requirements

• Full Driver CPC qualification.
• Multidrop preferred.
• Transport Manager CPC qualification.
• Proven leadership experience within transport/logistics.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Resilient, proactive, and able to work independently.

If you're an experienced Transport Manager looking for your next career move, please apply today or get in touch for more details