Transport Manager

FindCore; Newark on Trent; Presencial; GBP 42.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company pension scheme

Bonus

Excellent benefits

Supportive management

Career progression

Descripción de la vacante

FindCore in Newark-on-Trent is seeking a Transport Manager to take ownership of an established transport and fleet operation as the current manager retires. This permanent, full-time role offers hands-on leadership of a busy operation with a focus on compliance, efficiency and service delivery.

You will manage HGV fleets, ensure safety standards, oversee servicing and regulatory compliance, and work with senior management to drive costs down while improving performance.

Formación

• Proven experience as a Transport Manager or senior logistics manager.
• Strong knowledge of Operator Licence and DVSA standards.
• Experience managing drivers and transport teams.
• Background in HGV transport, haulage, parcels, pallets or freight.
• Solid leadership and people-management skills.

Responsabilidades

• Take overall responsibility for day-to-day transport and fleet operation.
• Manage HGVs, trailers and fleet assets.
• Ensure vehicles are maintained to high safety, roadworthiness and reliability standards.
• Oversee servicing, maintenance inspections, MOTs and repairs.
• Monitor fleet maintenance budgets and vehicle downtime.
• Prepare operation for DVSA inspections and regulatory audits.
• Promote health, safety and accountability across the transport operation.
• Collaborate with senior management to improve efficiency and customer service.

Conocimientos

Leadership & people management

DVSA compliance knowledge

Operator Licence knowledge

HGV transport expertise

Strategic fleet management

Descripción del empleo

Join an established logistics company and take ownership of a busy transport operation from an experienced Transport Manager who is retiring.

FindCore are thrilled to be assisting an established parcel, pallet and logistics business with the recruitment of a Transport Manager.

Permanent, full-time position based in Newark-on-Trent.

This is a key management appointment created as the current Transport Manager is retiring, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to take ownership of an established transport and fleet operation. The business operates from modern, up-to-date, state-of-the-art facilities and is looking for a hands-on manager who can maintain high standards of compliance while improving efficiency, fleet performance and service delivery.

Fully Negotiable depending on experience + Bonus & Excellent benefits additional benefits

Key Responsibilities:

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day transport and fleet operation
• Manage the company’s HGVs, trailers and associated fleet assets
• Ensure vehicles are maintained to high standards of safety, roadworthiness and reliability
• Manage servicing, preventative maintenance inspections, MOTs and repair schedules
• Work closely with external workshops, maintenance providers and suppliers
• Monitor fleet maintenance budgets, repair costs and vehicle downtime
• Oversee vehicle defect reporting and ensure timely corrective action
• Manage vehicle replacement planning, procurement and overall asset utilisation
• Identify opportunities to improve fuel efficiency, reduce operating costs and maximise vehicle availability
• Ensure full compliance with Operator Licence requirements and UK transport legislation
• Oversee drivers’ hours, tachograph compliance and Working Time Directive requirements
• Manage driver performance, conduct, training and compliance
• Maintain accurate vehicle maintenance, inspection and compliance records
• Ensure the operation is fully prepared for DVSA inspections and regulatory audits
• Investigate transport-related accidents, incidents and compliance issues
• Promote a strong culture of health, safety and accountability throughout the transport operation
• Work closely with senior management to improve operational efficiency, profitability and customer service

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Transport Manager, Transport & Fleet Manager or senior logistics manager
• Strong background within HGV transport, haulage, parcels, pallets, freight or logistics
• Excellent knowledge of Operator Licence requirements, DVSA standards and UK transport legislation
• Strong understanding of drivers’ hours, tachograph regulations and Working Time Directive compliance
• Experience managing and developing drivers and transport teams
• Strong leadership and people-management skills
• Fully negotiable salary depending on experience
• Permanent, full-time position
• Key leadership role within an established and growing logistics business
• Opportunity to take ownership of an established transport and fleet operation
• Supportive management team
• Company pension scheme
• Genuine long-term career progression
• Opportunity to influence fleet strategy, compliance and operational performance