Transport Manager: Lead Large HGV Fleet & Compliance

Elevation Recruitment Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevation Recruitment Group is partnering with a growing distribution business in Leeds to appoint a Senior Transport Manager. You will lead a substantial fleet, ensure DVSA compliance and drive operational performance while reporting to the Operations Director.

The role demands extensive knowledge of Operator Licence requirements, driver management and fleet maintenance, with a focus on safety and cost control across 85 HGV tractors and 160 refrigerated trailers.

Qualifications

• National or International Transport Manager CPC and driving licence
• Five years’ experience managing a large HGV fleet
• Proven experience operating under a Standard National and/or International Operator Licence
• Strong knowledge of DVSA requirements, hours regulations and fleet maintenance systems
• Experience managing refrigerated transport operations
• Track record of compliance management in multi-vehicle operations

Responsibilities

• Maintain full compliance with Operator Licence undertakings and transport legislation
• Act as nominated CPC holder and manage transport operation
• Oversee vehicle maintenance, inspections, MOTs and defect reporting
• Ensure drivers’ hours, tachograph and Working Time Directive compliance
• Lead DVSA audits, OCRS reviews and Traffic Commissioner investigations
• Maintain audit-ready compliance documentation
• Oversee fleet performance for 85 HGVs and 160 refrigerated trailers
• Drive improvements in fleet availability, reliability and efficiency
• Manage driver performance, inductions and disciplinary matters
• Promote safety culture and continuous driver development
• Manage transport budgets and cost-control processes
• Identify and deliver cost savings without compromising safety or service
• Use data to support informed commercial decisions

Skills

Transport leadership

People management

Compliance management

DVSA knowledge

Driver management

Education

National or International Transport Manager CPC

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Elevation Recruitment Group is partnering with a growing distribution business in Leeds to appoint a Senior Transport Manager. You will lead a substantial fleet, ensure DVSA compliance and drive operational performance while reporting to the Operations Director.

The role demands extensive knowledge of Operator Licence requirements, driver management and fleet maintenance, with a focus on safety and cost control across 85 HGV tractors and 160 refrigerated trailers.