Transportation Manager

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm is seeking a Transport Manager to oversee daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a Transport Management CPC and experience managing transport across multiple sites. Skills in leadership and budget management are essential. The role offers a competitive salary between £50,000-£60,000 plus a car and additional benefits.

Benefits

Car allowance

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing transport operations across multiple sites.
• Familiarity with SHEQ standards and approaches.
• Strong people skills in unionised environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily transport operations ensuring quality and compliance.
• Manage budgets and productivity using data for improvements.
• Champion safety culture and risk prevention initiatives.

Skills

Leadership skills

Transport Management CPC

Budget management

Collaboration

Education

Transport Management CPC

Job description

Job Description

Elevation Procurement & Supply Chain are delighted to be partnered with a leading manufacturing & distribution organisation, in the search and selection of a Transport Manager, within their developing and transitioning logistics function.

Transport Manager

Responsibilities:

• You will lead daily transport operations, ensuring service quality and compliance with safety standards for both people and equipment
• Act as the named Transport Manager for our Operator License, upholding both internal expectations and external regulatory standards
• Champion a proactive safety culture, aligned with our commitment to preventing all incidents, and lead inclusive risk prevention initiatives
• Lead, support, and develop teams across multiple sites, fostering a culture of , respect, and high performance
• Manage budgets, resource planning, and productivity, using data and insights to support continuous improvement and equitable resource use
• Collaborate with colleagues in Sales, Production, and Customer Service to ensure transport operations are aligned with shared business goals

• Background & Experience required:

  • Transport Management CPC is required, or a willingness to work towards it with support
  • Experience managing transport operations across multiple sites, with a focus on collaboration and service delivery
  • Familiarity with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) standards and approaches to managing operational risk
  • Experience managing budgets and performance using KPIs, with a focus on continuous improvement and accountability
  • Strong leadership and people skills, including experience building positive working relationships in unionised environments
  • NEBOSH and ADR qualifications are desirable, and we’re committed to supporting training and development in these areas
  • Knowledge of industrial gases or similar sectors is a plus, but not essential

  Demonstrate integrity and inclusive leadership, role modelling behaviours that contribute to a respectful, safe, and welcoming workplace

  Package Details:

  • £50,000-£60,000 + Car + Package
  • Duration: Permanent

  Ready to make a difference? Apply today and or get in touch with Pete Simmonds for more information!