Regional Operations Manager

Description

Reporting to the Head of Operations, the Regional Operations Manager will take full responsibility for the effective running of a high-volume transport and logistics function, ensuring all activities are compliant, efficient and aligned with company standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading day-to-day transport operations, including scheduling, routing and resource allocation
• Managing a team of drivers, planners and operational staff, fostering a culture of safety and performance
• Ensuring full compliance with O-licence regulations and maintaining all transport documentation to the highest standard
• Overseeing fleet utilisation, maintenance schedules and continuous improvement initiatives
• Working closely with senior leadership to implement operational projects and optimise service delivery
• Monitoring KPIs across safety, service and cost, identifying opportunities for improvement
• Being the point of escalation for operational issues and ensuring swift, effective resolution
• Maintaining strong relationships with internal teams, partners and external regulatory bodies

Profile

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong experience managing transport operations, ideally within fuel, hazardous goods, industrial logistics or similar regulated environments
• Proven leadership capability, with a track record of building high-performing operational teams
• Excellent knowledge of transport legislation, compliance and health & safety standards
• Strong operational planning, problem-solving and communication skills
• The ability to operate confidently in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
• A continuous-improvement mindset and the ability to drive operational excellence

Job Offer

On offer for the successful Regional Operations Manager candidate:

• Competitive salary in the range of £65,000 – £69,000
• Annual Bonus
• Merit and Promotion opportunities annually.
• Life Assurance 4x basic salary
• Contributory Pension, minimum 4.5% Company contribution/up to 7% if matched by the employee
• Employee Perks portal, GP helpline and assistance programmes