Transport Manager: Compliance & Safety Leader

Kinaxia Logistics Limited; Earls Colne; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension

Uniform & PPE

Onsite Parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Loyalty Awards

Discounts across brands

Job summary

Kinaxia Logistics Limited in Colchester is seeking a Transport Manager to lead regulatory compliance, safety and staff performance across the transport operation.

You will act as CPC holder, ensure DVSA licensing, FORS accreditation, drivers' hours, and develop a 'Safety First' culture while managing a team. Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with benefits including Life Assurance, Pension, Uniform & PPE, onsite parking, EAP and loyalty awards.

Qualifications

• Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) required.
• 5+ years transport management experience.
• Managing and developing a team of employees.
• Health and Safety regulations knowledge.
• EU tachograph requirements and Working Time Regulations.
• Road Transport Regulations and general haulier knowledge.
• Commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance & Standards: ensure DVSA licence integrity, FORS status, drivers' hours and WTD adherence.
• Staff Performance & Culture: lead performance reviews, attendance, and HR-aligned disciplinary processes.
• KPI Monitoring & Reporting: track OTIF, fuel use, downtime; present to senior leadership.
• Policies & Procedures: write and enforce SOPs for defect reporting, testing, and incident management.
• Audit readiness: maintain audit-ready records for maintenance, hours, and training.

Skills

CPC

Fleet management

Staff development

Education

Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) Required

Job description

Kinaxia Logistics Limited in Colchester is seeking a Transport Manager to lead regulatory compliance, safety and staff performance across the transport operation.

You will act as CPC holder, ensure DVSA licensing, FORS accreditation, drivers' hours, and develop a 'Safety First' culture while managing a team. Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with benefits including Life Assurance, Pension, Uniform & PPE, onsite parking, EAP and loyalty awards.