Transport Manager – Lead Large Fleet & Peak Operations

DPD UK; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or cash alternative

Bonus scheme

Cycle to Work

Dining Cards

Holiday trading

Job summary

DPD UK is seeking a Transport Manager - Operations based at the Carlisle site. The role oversees a 24/7 operation and reports to the General Manager - Transport Operations.

You will lead a large team, coordinate with Hub Ops and Network Management, and drive KPI achievement across a busy distribution environment. Key duties include fleet and driver management, resource planning, safety and environmental compliance, and developing training plans to upskill staff.

Qualifications

• Experienced logistics professional with strong operational management experience.
• Proven track record managing a vehicle fleet of 400+ vehicles.
• Effective communicator with customer-oriented approach.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Demonstrates DPD values: Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work and Accountability.

Responsibilities

• Actively manage running of the DPD Group Transport fleet and drivers through Shift Managers, Traffic clerks and Senior Drivers.
• Collaborate with Hub Operational Team and Network Management.
• Ensure efficient service to Hubs, Network Depots and Customers.
• Lead and motivate a large team to achieve KPIs and targets.
• Manage employee and vehicle resource, holiday planning, health and safety.
• Ensure compliance with environmental policies and legal requirements.
• Maintain audit results to meet company expectations.
• Plan and deliver peak events (Bank Holidays, Cyber Weekend).
• Create and deliver training plans for reports to multi-skill the team.

Skills

Logistics management

Fleet management

Communication

Leadership

Pressure handling

Job description

DPD UK is seeking a Transport Manager - Operations based at the Carlisle site. The role oversees a 24/7 operation and reports to the General Manager - Transport Operations.

You will lead a large team, coordinate with Hub Ops and Network Management, and drive KPI achievement across a busy distribution environment. Key duties include fleet and driver management, resource planning, safety and environmental compliance, and developing training plans to upskill staff.