Transport Manager

JR Personnel; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Transport Manager for a fixed term contract in Loughborough. In this role, you will improve fleet efficiency and lead a team to manage deliveries while ensuring compliance with transport regulations. The ideal candidate will have a CPC in Road Transport Operations and experience in the construction industry. A competitive salary of up to £50,000 per annum is offered along with generous benefits including a pension and annual leave.

Benefits

Generous pension

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

Enhanced parental leave

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience of LGV fleet management and distribution.
• Demonstrable leadership experience, with the ability to inspire and manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Improve the efficiency of the client’s fleet and drivers through effective planning and scheduling.
• Manage day-to-day deliveries for both internal and external fleets.
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant transport regulations and legal requirements.
• Lead, support, and motivate a team of drivers and office staff.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within transport operations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership experience

Education

CPC holder in Road Transport Operations (National or International)

Job description

Overview

Role: Transport Manager

Location: Loughborough

Reference: 11237

Duration: Fixed Term Contract for 15 months

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum

Benefits: Generous pension, 25 days annual leave, Life assurance, Free onsite parking, Enhanced parental leave, Employee assistance programme, Cycle to work scheme, Employee discounts, Plus more!

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm (37.5 Hours)

JR Personnel are an employment agency acting on behalf of a client who is looking for a Transport Manager. In this key role, you will be the primary point of contact for the Customer Operations team—investigating issues, liaising with stakeholders, and driving continuous improvement across fleet operations. If you are a problem-solver with strong communication skills and a passion for customer service, we would love to hear from you.

About the client: An independently owned Group with sites across the South, Southeast, East and the Midlands, employing over 750 people. With a reputation for excellence, they are an independent business that can offer real job satisfaction in an environment which encourages you to contribute, supports you in getting the job done and enables you to become part of a team that delivers big ideas.

Role profile

• Improve the efficiency of the client’s fleet and drivers through effective planning and scheduling.
• Manage day-to-day deliveries for both internal and external fleets, ensuring agreed service levels are consistently achieved.
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant transport regulations and legal requirements.
• Lead, support, and motivate a team of drivers and office staff, ensuring deliveries are made on-time and in-full for our customers.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within transport operations and implement effective solutions.

Essential Criteria

• CPC holder in Road Transport Operations (National or International).
• Proven experience within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience of LGV fleet management and distribution.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrable leadership experience, with the ability to inspire and manage a team effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships and communicate confidently with stakeholders at all levels.

Due to the number of responses generated we are unable to get back to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within seven days you will not have been successful on this occasion.