Transport Operations Manager – Safe, On-Time Deliveries

i4 Recruitment Ltd; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

i4 Recruitment Ltd is seeking an Operations Manager to run day-to-day transport operations at the West Thurrock site, ensuring deliveries go out safely, on time and in full while supervising the driver team. This role suits an experienced Transport Supervisor or an Assistant Transport Manager stepping up in the chemical sector, with a focus on planning, compliance, and continuous improvement.

You will coordinate daily work, optimise routes, monitor performance using telematics, and deputise for

Qualifications

• Experience as Transport Supervisor or Assistant Transport Manager.
• Knowledge of drivers' hours, WTD, tachograph and O-licence compliance.
• Organised, hands-on and able to make decisions under pressure.
• Confident with IT systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Plan and allocate daily work to meet delivery requirements and fleet utilization.
• Review routes and fuel efficiency to keep costs in check.
• Support audits, KPIs and continuous improvement; deputise for Transport Managers.
• Manage HGV drivers, including inductions, absence and return-to-work talks.
• Ensure ADR compliance for dangerous goods and monitor vehicle maintenance.

Skills

Transport management experience

Driver supervision

Route planning

Compliance knowledge

IT proficiency

Tools

Samsara

Qargo

Job description

i4 Recruitment Ltd is seeking an Operations Manager to run day-to-day transport operations at the West Thurrock site, ensuring deliveries go out safely, on time and in full while supervising the driver team. This role suits an experienced Transport Supervisor or an Assistant Transport Manager stepping up in the chemical sector, with a focus on planning, compliance, and continuous improvement.

You will coordinate daily work, optimise routes, monitor performance using telematics, and deputise for