Transport Manager

Green Barks Search; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent transport business is seeking an experienced Transport Manager in North Yorkshire. The ideal candidate will lead logistics operations, ensuring top-tier performance and compliance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This hands-on leadership role offers significant growth potential within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a transport management role.
• Strong compliance and operational performance skills.
• Active team leader with great communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the logistics team.
• Ensure compliance with safety and service standards.
• Collaborate closely with drivers, planners, and technicians.

Skills

Transport Management

Compliance

Leadership

Communication

Job description

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An independent, transport business is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to lead its growing logistics operation in North Yorkshire.

As part of the senior operational team, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day management, performance, and compliance of a busy and evolving fleet. This is a hands-on leadership role, working closely with drivers, planners, and technicians to ensure smooth and efficient operations—while maintaining the highest standards of safety and service.

This opportunity offers genuine long-term potential. With significant investment across people, fleet, and infrastructure, the business is on a clear growth journey—and you’ll be central to helping shape its future.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in a transport management role, ideally in construction, industrial, or logistics environments
• A proactive, team-oriented leader with a strong grip on compliance and operational performance
• Confident communicator who thrives in a fast-moving, people-focused environment

You'll be joining a close-knit team with strong values, a practical approach, and a clear commitment to continuous improvement.

Interested? Green Barks Search is proud to be the retained recruitment partner for this key appointment. Reach out in confidence to learn more

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Management

• Industries

  Truck Transportation, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Manufacturing

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