Transport Section Manager - Flexible, Safety-Focused Lead

Tesco; Haydock; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Booker Group in Haydock is hiring a Transport Section Manager to lead daily operations, ensuring safety, efficiency and compliance while building strong relationships with the driver team and partners.

You will oversee driver hours, KPI performance, manage absence, payroll sign-off for hours, and contribute to a safe, high‑performing site culture. This is a permanent role requiring flexible hours and proactive leadership.

Qualifications

• Understanding of drivers' hours, tachographs, Working Time Regulations and road transport law.
• National CPC qualification is desirable.
• Experience with Microlise, Tachomaster and Lytx, plus good geographical awareness.
• Good IT skills, strong organisation and the ability to keep accurate records using Microsoft 365/Teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to work with people at all levels.
• Positive, practical approach and initiative in busy times.
• Supportive leadership style with a focus on doing things the right way.
• Flexibility to support the operation and keep things running efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Operator Licence requirements are met and the operation is safe and compliant.
• Oversee the daily transport plan aligned with KPIs and budget.
• Manage and support the driver team, including coaching and addressing issues.
• Lead health and safety activities and contractor management.
• Support People Team processes including absence, welfare and disciplinary matters.
• Complete payroll sign-off for drivers' hours and absence; keep systems updated.

Skills

Drivers hours knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership

Organisation

Initiative

Flexibility

Education

National CPC qualification

Tools

Microlise

Tachomaster

Lytx

Microsoft 365

Teams

Job description

Booker Group in Haydock is hiring a Transport Section Manager to lead daily operations, ensuring safety, efficiency and compliance while building strong relationships with the driver team and partners.

You will oversee driver hours, KPI performance, manage absence, payroll sign-off for hours, and contribute to a safe, high‑performing site culture. This is a permanent role requiring flexible hours and proactive leadership.