Transport Section Manager

Booker Group; Haydock; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tesco colleague discount

Share scheme (Save As You Earn)

Eye tests & glasses discounts

Health & wellbeing support

Job summary

Booker Group in Haydock is seeking a Transport Section Manager to lead the Haydock RDC2 operation on a permanent, full-time basis. You will drive safe, compliant transport planning and oversee a driver team, with a focus on health, safety and efficiency.

The role requires a National CPC qualification (desirable), strong IT skills (Microsoft 365/Teams), and a proactive leadership style to maintain high standards across the operation.

Qualifications

• Understanding of drivers' hours, tachographs, Working Time Regulations and road transport law.
• National CPC qualification is desirable.
• Experience with Microlise, Tachomaster and Lytx.
• Good IT skills and Microsoft 365 across the operation, with Teams for communications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Operator Licence requirements are met, including drivers' hours, fleet usage and vehicle breakdowns, while keeping the operation safe and compliant.
• Oversee the daily transport plan in line with KPIs and budget, managing drivers, loads and backhauls.
• Lead and develop the driver team day-to-day, including coaching and handling issues with fair leadership.
• Lead health and safety activities, including contractor management and incident reporting.
• Support People Team processes and ensure fair handling of absence and disciplinary matters.

Skills

IT skills

Strong organisation

Communication skills

Leadership ability

Flexibility

Education

National CPC qualification

Tools

Microlise

Tachomaster

Lytx

Microsoft 365

Teams

Job description

Transport Section Manager

Job ref: 32784 Category: Distribution Centre Management

• Salary Competitive
• Location 79 Hall Wood Ave, Haydock
• Contract Type Permanent
• Hours 40
• Closing Date 3 November, 2026
• Business Unit Booker Distribution
• Share

79 Hall Wood Ave, Haydock WA11 9WD

About the role

We’re looking for a Transport Section Manager to join the team at Haydock RDC2 on a permanent basis. This is a great opportunity for someone who can lead from the front, build strong working relationships and keep the operation running safely, efficiently and effectively. Health, safety and wellbeing are at the heart of what we do, and this role plays a big part in making sure standards stay high every day. The shift pattern will be discussed at interview and will include Management Holiday Cover, so flexibility will be required.

Main Responsibilities

What you’ll be doing

• Make sure Operator Licence requirements are met, including drivers' hours, fleet usage and vehicle breakdowns, while keeping the operation safe, compliant and running as it should.
• Oversee the daily transport plan in line with KPIs and budget, making sound decisions on drivers, loads and backhauls to keep the operation moving efficiently and effectively.
• Manage and support the driver team day to day, including 1-2-1s, day-to-day issues, Lytx coaching, Vision Track, Microlise and infringements, while showing winning manager behaviours in the way you lead.
• Lead on health and safety activity, including contractor management, accident and incident reporting, escalation and pack completion.
• Support People Team processes, including absence, welfare, grievance and disciplinary matters, making sure colleagues are managed fairly and consistently in line with site procedures.
• Complete accurate payroll sign-off for drivers' hours and absence and keep systems updated with the right information.
• Use the handover process well so communication stays clear, practical and effective across the operation.
• Follow all legal, health and safety, and colleague requirements linked to the role, always keeping team wellbeing front and centre.

What we’re looking for

• A good understanding of drivers' hours, tachographs, Working Time Regulations and road transport law.
• A National CPC qualification.- is desired
• Working knowledge of Microlise, Tachomaster and Lytx, along with good geographical awareness.
• Good IT skills, strong organisation and the ability to keep accurate records. We use Microsoft 365 across the operation, with much of our day-to-day communication and information managed through Teams.
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work well with people at all levels.
• A positive, practical approach and the confidence to use your initiative when things get busy.
• A supportive leadership style and a clear focus on doing things the right way.
• Flexibility to support the operation and help keep things running efficiently and effectively.

What's in it for you

At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
• Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
• Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
• Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A great holiday package