At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage day-to-day HGV transport operations and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Company: Established transport business with a focus on safety and efficiency.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Diverse workplace that values unique talents and backgrounds.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and make a real impact in the transport industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in transport management and knowledge of compliance regulations required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Winsearch are recruiting for an experienced Transport Manager to join an established and growing transport business. This is a key operational management position with responsibility for the safe, compliant and efficient running of a specialist HGV transport operation.
We are looking for an experienced Transport Manager with a strong background in road haulage, transport compliance and specialist transport operations. Experience within ADR/dangerous-goods transport and tanker or liquid-bulk operations is required for this position.
The Role
As Transport Manager, you will take responsibility for the effective day-to-day management of the transport operation, working closely with drivers, operational teams, customers and senior management. Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing day-to-day HGV transport operations
- Leading and developing drivers and transport personnel
- Maintaining Operator Licence and DVSA compliance
- Managing drivers’ hours, WTD and tachograph compliance
- Overseeing vehicle maintenance, inspections, defects and planned maintenance
- Managing ADR/dangerous-goods transport operations
- Managing tanker/liquid-bulk transport operations
- Ensuring driver licences, qualifications and training remain compliant
- Driver induction, coaching, training and competency
- SHEQ/HSEQ compliance, including risk assessments, safe systems of work, incident investigation and corrective actions
- Supporting environmental compliance and emergency-response procedures
- Monitoring fleet utilisation, costs and operational performance
- Improving transport efficiency and compliance
- Maintaining strong customer and internal stakeholder relationships
- Supporting continuous improvement across the operation
What We Are Looking For
- Transport Manager CPC – Road Haulage
- Demonstrable HGV transport management experience
- Strong knowledge of UK Operator Licensing and DVSA requirements
- ADR/dangerous-goods transport experience
- Tanker or liquid-bulk transport experience
- Strong knowledge of drivers’ hours, tachographs and Working Time Regulations
- Vehicle maintenance and fleet compliance experience
- Experience managing HGV drivers and transport teams
- Strong SHEQ/HSEQ and transport Health & Safety knowledge
- Confident leadership and decision-making skills
- A practical, hands-on approach to transport management
- Experience within commercial / hire & reward haulage would be highly advantageous.
- DGSA, IOSH/NEBOSH, ISO or SQAS experience would also be advantageous.
Candidates currently working as a Transport Manager, Transport Operations Manager, Senior Transport Manager or Fleet/Operations Manager may be suitable, providing they hold the relevant Transport Manager CPC and have the required specialist transport experience.
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to join an established transport business where you'll have a broad remit across transport operations, fleet, compliance, SHEQ, safety, training and people development.
Transport Manager in Market Weighton employer: Winsearch
As a SHEQ Manager with us, you will join a forward-thinking company that prioritises employee development and offers a competitive salary of £50,000 plus vehicle/car allowance. Our work culture fosters collaboration and innovation within the roofing and construction sectors, providing ample opportunities for professional growth in the North of England, where you can make a meaningful impact on health and safety standards.
