Transport Manager in Hatfield

Our client based in Welham Green is looking for a Transport Manager to manage their fleet.

Transport Manager duties will include:

• Operator Licence Compliance
  • Maintain compliance with the company's Goods Vehicle Operator Licence (GVOL) and associated undertakings.
  • Ensure all vehicle, driver, tachograph, and maintenance records are accurate, complete, and auditable.
  • Conduct regular internal audits and ensure continuous improvement in compliance standards.
  • Act as the primary contact for the Traffic Commissioner, DVSA, and other enforcement bodies.
  • Manage preventative maintenance schedules, defect reporting, and safety inspections.
• Fleet & Driver Management
  • Oversee the daily operation of all vehicles, including HGVs, vans, trailers.
  • Ensure all drivers are correctly licensed, trained, and medically fit to drive.
  • Manage driver hours, tachograph data, and Working Time Directive compliance.
  • Implement effective defect reporting and daily vehicle check procedures.
  • Investigate and document incidents, accidents, or non-compliance and apply corrective actions.
  • Provide driving support when required to maintain service levels during driver absence, sickness, or operational peaks, ensuring full compliance with driver hours and licence regulations.
• Safe Systems of Work & Best Practice
  • Develop, implement, and maintain Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) for all transport and yard operations.
  • Carry out and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for all relevant tasks and environments.
  • Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and ongoing training to promote a strong safety culture.
  • Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for safety, compliance, and performance.
  • Ensure compliance with client and site-specific safety protocols, particularly within studios and on-location settings.
• Operational Management
  • Plan and coordinate fleet activity to meet film and TV production schedules.
  • Work closely with the Hire Desk and Operations teams to ensure timely delivery and collection of equipment.
  • Manage third-party hauliers and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with company standards and legal requirements.
  • Review routes, scheduling, and utilisation to maximise efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
  • Support ad-hoc logistics requirements for productions where flexibility and responsiveness are critical.
• Leadership & Continuous Improvement
  • Lead and motivate the transport team, ensuring a culture of professionalism and compliance.
  • Provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities for drivers and logistics staff.
  • Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, and cost efficiency.
  • Stay up to date with DVSA regulations, traffic law, and Film & TV industry logistics standards.
  • Represent the company in a professional manner when liaising with clients and production personnel.

Transport Manager ideal candidate:

• Have strong attention to detail and compliance awareness.
• Have leadership and people management ability.
• Be calm, adaptable, and solution-focused under pressure.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be proactive, innovative, and committed to continuous improvement.

Transport Manager Experience and qualifications:

• CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) in Road Transport (National or International).
• Proven experience in a Transport Manager role managing a commercial fleet.
• In-depth knowledge of Operator Licence obligations and DVSA compliance standards.
• Experience implementing Safe Systems of Work.
• Full UK Driving Licence (with appropriate vehicle categories for driving support duties).
• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills.

Advantageous:

• Experience within Film & TV logistics or Dry Hire operations.
• Familiarity with FORs, CLOCS, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Proficiency with digital tachographs, fleet management software, and telematics systems.
• IOSH or NEBOSH certification (or willingness to achieve).

Performance Measures:

• Full compliance with Operator Licence obligations.
• Reduction in transport-related incidents, defects, and non-conformances.
• Timely maintenance completion and accurate recordkeeping.
• Effective planning and delivery of transport operations in support of production schedules.
• Implementation and adherence to Safe Systems of Work.
• Evidence of driver engagement and high safety performance.
• Flexibility and reliability in supporting operational requirements, including occasional driving support.

Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Birthday day off
• Company sick pay scheme
• Paid lunch break
• 20 days annual leave, rising by one day per year to 23 days + bank holidays.