Transport Supervisor

Michael Page (UK); Dartford; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent logistics company in Dartford is seeking a Transport Supervisor to manage their UK transport fleet. The successful candidate will oversee fleet operations, ensure compliance with transport legislation, and manage driver performance. A strong background in logistics, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of fleet software are essential. This role offers a competitive salary of £40k, pension scheme, and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Routes for progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a commercial transport fleet.
• Strong knowledge of current transport legislation.
• Experience in logistics, haulage, or freight forwarding.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation and allocation of HGV fleet.
• Ensure vehicle maintenance and compliance.
• Manage driver performance and compliance.
• Liaise with stakeholders to minimise downtime.
• Monitor fleet KPIs and performance reports.

Skills

Transport legislation knowledge

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Education

CPC qualification

Tools

Fleet software

Tachograph analysis tools

Telematics

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established international freight forwarding and logistics business with a strong presence across the UK and Europe. They pride themselves on providing reliable, efficient, and customer-focused transport solutions for a diverse portfolio of clients. With ongoing growth in their UK operations, they are now seeking a proactive Transport Supervisor to join their team in Dartford.

Job Description

As the Transport Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation, compliance, and performance of the UK transport fleet. You will support the day-to-day management of vehicles, drivers, and maintenance schedules, ensuring the highest levels of safety and service delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the daily operation and allocation of a mixed HGV fleet.
• Ensuring all vehicles are maintained, inspected, and compliant with current legislation (including MOTs, servicing, and defect reporting).
• Managing driver performance, tachograph compliance, and working time regulations.
• Liaising with internal stakeholders, workshops, and external suppliers to minimise downtime.
• Monitoring fleet KPIs and producing regular performance reports.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across fleet utilisation and cost control.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, Health & Safety standards, and Operator Licence requirements.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing or supervising a commercial transport fleet within a logistics, haulage, or freight forwarding environment.

You will demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of transport legislation and compliance.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Experience with vehicle management systems or fleet software (e.g., Tachograph analysis tools, telematics).
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• CPC qualification (preferred but not essential).

What\'s on Offer

On offer for the successful candidate:

• Basic salary - £40k
• Pension scheme
• Routes for progression

Monday to Friday (standard office working hours).

Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain