Transport Manager

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport and warehousing business in the UK is seeking a Transport Manager to lead haulage operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in compliance, strong leadership skills, and experience in transport operations, ensuring the highest standards of service delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in compliance and delivering cost savings.
• Experience with DVSA guidelines and O-Licence conditions.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day haulage operations ensuring compliance.
• Drive P&L accountability aligning resource planning with operation demands.
• Foster a high-performance culture by mentoring team members.

Skills

Transport & Operations Management Experience

Transport Compliance Experience

Staff Management - Routes / Cost Saving / General

Education

CPC - Needed

Job description

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Gleeson has been partnered with a Transport and warehousing business looking for a Transport Manager. This professional should have a proven track record in compliance and delivering cost savings towards the overall operation.

Job Title: Transport Manager
Locations: Lancaster
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 + Benefits

Duties:

1. Lead the day-to-day haulage operations, ensuring full compliance with legal, industry, and health & safety standards.
2. Provide strong and visible leadership to cross-functional site teams, including drivers and transport office personnel.
3. Build and maintain excellent relationships with customers, ensuring consistent service delivery and proactive communication.
4. Drive P&L accountability, aligning resource planning with both operational demands and financial objectives.
5. Foster a high-performance culture by leading, mentoring, and developing team members across all levels.
6. Ensure strict adherence to DVSA guidelines, O-Licence conditions, tachograph usage, and working time directive compliance.

Ideal Candidate:

• Transport & Operations Management Experience
• Transport Compliance Experience
• Staff Management - Routes / Cost Saving / General
• CPC - Needed

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