At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a busy transport operation and manage a diverse fleet of vehicles.
- Company: Established and growing infrastructure business with a supportive leadership team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company vehicle, pension, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Opportunity for career progression in a stable and successful business.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on fleet safety and compliance in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in transport management and strong knowledge of DVSA regulations.
The predicted salary is between 34650 - 42350 £ per year.
- Transport Manager
- GBP45,000 - GBP60,000 + Company Vehicle + Benefits
- North West Full Time
Lead Fleet Compliance. Keep Operations Moving. Make a Real Impact.
We're recruiting on behalf of an established yet growing business looking for an experienced
Transport Manager to lead its busy transport operation.
Managing a mixed fleet of
HGVs, grab wagons, specialist vehicles and more than 100 light commercial vehicles , you'll take ownership of fleet compliance, driver management and vehicle availability, ensuring the business operates safely, efficiently and in full compliance with DVSA and Operator Licence requirements.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll work closely with Operations, HSEQ and Workshop teams to keep a demanding fleet moving every day.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day management of a mixed fleet of HGVs and 100+ light commercial vehicles.
- Ensure full compliance with
- DVSA regulations and
Operator Licence obligations.
- Manage
PMIs (Preventative Maintenance Inspections) , servicing, MOTs and vehicle maintenance schedules.
- Oversee daily vehicle defect reporting and ensure repairs are completed promptly.
- Manage driver licence checks, Driver CPC records and ongoing compliance.
- Ensure daily walk-around checks are completed and recorded correctly.
- Monitor domestic drivers' hours compliance and tachograph requirements where applicable.
- Work closely with Operations to maximise fleet availability and minimise downtime.
- Manage external maintenance providers, workshops and transport suppliers.
- Investigate transport incidents and implement corrective actions.
- Produce fleet compliance reports and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
About You
- You'll ideally have experience managing a busy commercial fleet within sectors such as:
- Utilities
- Civil Engineering
- Highways
- Construction
- Infrastructure
- Waste & Recycling
- Plant Hire
- Logistics
You'll also bring
- Proven Transport or Fleet Management experience.
- Excellent knowledge of
DVSA and Operator Licence compliance.
- Experience managing HGV and commercial vehicle fleets.
- Strong understanding of
PMIs, vehicle defect management, driver licence compliance and daily walk-around inspections .
- Knowledge of domestic drivers' hours regulations .
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- A proactive, hands-on leadership style.
Desirable
- National Transport Manager CPC
- Experience managing grab wagons or specialist fleet vehicles.
- IOSH Managing Safely.
- Utilities or civil engineering sector experience.
- What's On Offer
- Company Vehicle
- Company Pension
- Ongoing Professional Development
- Career Progression
- Supportive Leadership Team
- Stable, Growing Business
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to take ownership of a critical transport function within a successful infrastructure business.
You'll play a key role in ensuring fleet safety, compliance and operational performance while working alongside an experienced leadership team committed to continuous improvement.
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