Transport Operations Lead - Safety & Compliance

GB Recruitment (England, Scotland, Wales); Kegworth; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Flexible working options

Pension scheme with 8% employer & 4%员工

24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Loans and savings schemes

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to lead our UK transport operation, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient delivery of services. You will drive performance, develop a team of drivers and planners, manage budgets and foster strong customer relationships.

Join a role that emphasises safety, continuous improvement, and stakeholder collaboration within a global logistics leader. The position is full-time and based on-site in the East Midlands region.

Qualifications

• Hold an International CPC Qualification (essential).
• Experience as a Transport Manager or Transport Operations Management role.
• Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation and compliance requirements.
• Proven leadership within transport, logistics or delivery environments.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyse operational data and implement improvements.
• Strong stakeholder management and customer service focus.
• Proficiency in transport management systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring deliveries are completed safely, legally, and on time.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation including Driver Hours, Working Time Directive and Operator Licence requirements.
• Manage, motivate, and develop a team of drivers, managers and transport planners.
• Monitor and improve KPIs such as service levels, vehicle utilisation, on-time delivery, and cost efficiency.
• Conduct investigations relating to accidents, incidents and compliance breaches, implementing corrective actions.
• Oversee fleet management activities including maintenance scheduling, vehicle availability, and defect reporting processes.
• Build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders to ensure service excellence.
• Drive a culture of safety, engagement and continuous improvement.
• Manage transport budgets and identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining service standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Education

International CPC Qualification

Tools

Transport management systems

Job description

DHL Supply Chain is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to lead our UK transport operation, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient delivery of services. You will drive performance, develop a team of drivers and planners, manage budgets and foster strong customer relationships.

Join a role that emphasises safety, continuous improvement, and stakeholder collaboration within a global logistics leader. The position is full-time and based on-site in the East Midlands region.