Transport Manager – Lead 2 Depots, Fleet & Compliance

Fleet News group; Staines-upon-Thames, Hythe; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

On-call pay

Holiday entitlement 25 days

Benefits package

Job summary

CV-Library is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to oversee two depots in Staines and Hythe, supervising around 25 drivers and a fleet. The role requires CPC licensing, strong leadership, and the ability to ensure compliance and efficient operation across sites.

You will work with planning and fleet teams to maximise performance, manage stakeholder relationships, and promote a robust health and safety culture within a well-established logistics operation.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in transport/logistics environments.
• Strong understanding of transport legislation and operator licence requirements.
• Proven ability to build relationships with drivers, planning teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee two transport depots and ~25 drivers.
• Ensure compliance with transport laws and operator licence requirements.
• Monitor fleet utilisation and performance for efficiency.
• Lead driver engagement, performance and absence management.
• Collaborate with planning and fleet teams to deliver operational excellence.
• Resolve day-to-day transport challenges professionally.
• Promote health, safety and compliance culture.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Conflict resolution

Organisational skills

Time management

Education

National CPC qualification

Job description

CV-Library is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to oversee two depots in Staines and Hythe, supervising around 25 drivers and a fleet. The role requires CPC licensing, strong leadership, and the ability to ensure compliance and efficient operation across sites.

You will work with planning and fleet teams to maximise performance, manage stakeholder relationships, and promote a robust health and safety culture within a well-established logistics operation.