Transport Manager

New Appointments Group; Dover; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Dover is seeking a Transport Manager to oversee a fleet of over 100 vehicles. This role involves managing day-to-day fleet operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and handling driver recruitment and training. Ideal candidates will possess UK or European Transport Management experience, a solid understanding of customs, and excellent communication skills. The position requires being on-call outside business hours, offering a competitive salary of £55,000+ depending on experience, along with benefits including 22 days annual leave and a company pension.

Benefits

22 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension

Qualifications

• Experience in managing transport operations.
• Ability to be on-call outside business hours.
• Attention to detail and a professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the haulage fleet.
• Ensure compliance and monitor driver hours.
• Recruit and induct HGV drivers as necessary.
• Manage fleet maintenance and repairs.
• Work collaboratively with operations staff.

Skills

UK or European Transport Management experience

Strong understanding of customs processes

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Strong organisational skills

Class 1 Licence

Education

Valid UK and International CPC

Job description

Join our client, a UK-based logistics provider specialising in full-load and groupage transport, with operations supported by their own fleet. As Transport Manager, you'll take charge of a fleet of 100+ vehicles, overseeing European operations while driving efficiency, safety and service excellence.

Job title: Transport Manager

Location: Dover

Salary: £55,000+ (depending on experience)

Hours: Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm + 1 in 3 Saturdays 8am - 1pm

Role summary

To be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the haulage fleet, ensuring the safe, efficient and cost‑effective movement of goods.

Benefits

• 22 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company pension

Key responsibilities

• Ensure the fleet of vehicles are compliant.
• Monitor driver hours and action any infringements.
• Implement training plans for drivers where required, with clear objectives and timelines.
• Carry out recruitment and induction of HGV drivers.
• Conduct driver disciplinaries where required.
• Collate information from driver timesheets, review bonuses and overtime payments.
• Support and assist the Site & Warehouse Manager when required.
• Cover for the Site & Warehouse Manager when required, including client invoicing and management of staff.
• Work closely with operations staff who are based in other locations to allocate and maximise driver resources.
• Thoroughly investigate any issues of trailer, truck or load damage.
• Work closely with the Workshop to monitor fleet repairs.
• Ensure tractor units and trailers are available for PMI/MOT.
• Provide input into specifications of future vehicle/trailer purchases.
• Negotiating with suppliers for provision of driver consumables.
• Ensure drivers have the required equipment to fulfil their duties.
• Review and issue documentation to drivers.
• Be on‑call outside of business hours.

Experience and skills required

• Due to the nature of this business, there is a requirement to be on‑call outside of business hours.
• Have a strong understanding of customs processes, post‑Brexit.
• UK or European Transport Management experience.
• Valid UK and International CPC.
• Hold (or previously have held) a Class 1 Licence.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• A professional, positive and helpful attitude.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Next steps

If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.