Transport Manager

Right Now Group; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced benefits

Training by industry experts

Study support

Career development

Family values

Job summary

Right Now Group is partnering with a prestigious family-owned organisation to appoint a Transport Manager (CPC Qualified) to lead and optimise the transport operation from Wellingborough.

You will drive fleet compliance, safety and efficiency across depots, coaching teams and delivering measurable improvements in performance.

This full-time role offers extensive training, a competitive package and clear career progression within a supportive, values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Transport Management role, ideally within Construction, Utilities, Waste or Recycling.
• Experience in managing Fleet compliance and drivers.
• Proven track record in leading and empowering teams.
• CPC qualification and exemplary knowledge of drivers, transport operations and driver and vehicle compliance.
• LGV licence or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies in line with our client's strategic objectives.
• Raise standards and improve Fleet, Legal and Compliance.
• Be the standard-bearer for operational excellence.

Skills

CPC Qualified

Fleet management

Leadership

People management

Multi-site operations

Job description

Right Now Group is pleased to announce an exclusive partnership with a prestigious and trusted family-owned organisation that operates multiple depots and maintains a substantial fleet throughout the southern region of the country.

The position of Transport Manager (CPC Qualified) represents a pivotal career opportunity. The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Transport and will play a key role in enhancing our client's already exemplary transport operation.

Such opportunities are rare, given the low turnover within the Transport team, making this an ideal time to join.

If you have a strong passion for Transport, Integrity, Compliance and Health & Safety,

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Job Title: Transport Manager

Location: Wellingborough

Package: Highly competitive with excellent benefits

The Transport Manager will be responsible for developing and executing strategies in line with our client's strategic objectives. This is a hands-on role in raising standards and improving Fleet, Legal and Compliance. You will be the standard-bearer for operational excellence.

What will you need?

• Previous experience in a Transport Management role, ideally within Construction, Utilities, Waste or Recycling
• Experience in managing Fleet compliance and drivers.
• Proven track record in leading and empowering teams.
• Exposure to managing Transport operations across multiple offices/depots across a region.
• Exceptional leadership and people management skills.
• Motivated with the ability to instil confidence in others and manage individual performance.
• CPC qualification and exemplary knowledge of drivers, transport operations and driver and vehicle compliance.
• Desire to become a product/service expert.
• LGV licence or equivalent.

What is on offer:

• A highly competitive salary and achievable bonus scheme.
• Enhanced benefits
• Extensive and dedicated training by industry experts.
• Support through relevant qualifications and studies.
• Further career development and growth opportunities.
• Family values, you are not just a number.