Transport & Fleet Manager

Join an established logistics company and take ownership of a busy transport operation from an experienced Transport Manager who is retiring.

FindCore are thrilled to be assisting an established parcel, pallet and logistics business with the recruitment of a Transport Manager.

Permanent, full-time position based in Newark-on-Trent.

This is a key management appointment created as the current Transport Manager is retiring, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to take ownership of an established transport and fleet operation. The business operates from modern, up-to-date, state-of-the-art facilities and is looking for a hands-on manager who can maintain high standards of compliance while improving efficiency, fleet performance and service delivery.

Salary:

Fully negotiable depending on experience, plus bonus and excellent additional benefits

Key responsibilities:

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day transport and fleet operation
• Manage the company’s HGVs, trailers and associated fleet assets
• Ensure vehicles are maintained to high standards of safety, roadworthiness and reliability
• Manage servicing, preventative maintenance inspections, MOTs and repair schedules
• Work closely with external workshops, maintenance providers and suppliers
• Monitor fleet maintenance budgets, repair costs and vehicle downtime
• Oversee vehicle defect reporting and ensure timely corrective action
• Manage vehicle replacement planning, procurement and overall asset utilisation
• Identify opportunities to improve fuel efficiency, reduce operating costs and maximise vehicle availability
• Ensure full compliance with Operator Licence requirements and UK transport legislation
• Oversee drivers’ hours, tachograph compliance and Working Time Directive requirements
• Manage driver performance, conduct, training and compliance
• Maintain accurate vehicle maintenance, inspection and compliance records
• Ensure the operation is fully prepared for DVSA inspections and regulatory audits
• Investigate transport-related accidents, incidents and compliance issues
• Promote a strong culture of health, safety and accountability throughout the transport operation
• Work closely with senior management to improve operational efficiency, profitability and customer service

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Transport Manager, Transport & Fleet Manager or senior logistics manager
• Transport Manager CPC qualification is essential
• Strong background within HGV transport, haulage, parcels, pallets, freight or logistics
• Excellent knowledge of Operator Licence requirements, DVSA standards and UK transport legislation
• Strong understanding of drivers’ hours, tachograph regulations and Working Time Directive compliance
• Demonstrable experience managing commercial vehicle fleets, maintenance schedules and vehicle compliance
• Experience managing and developing drivers and transport teams
• Strong leadership and people-management skills
• Commercially aware with experience controlling fleet and operational costs
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving ability
• Confident using transport management systems, fleet management software and Microsoft Office
• Proactive, practical and comfortable remaining closely involved in day-to-day operations

Benefits:

• Fully negotiable salary depending on experience
• Permanent, full-time position
• Key leadership role within an established and growing logistics business
• Opportunity to take ownership of an established transport and fleet operation
• Modern, state-of-the-art working facilities
• Supportive management team
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing professional development
• Genuine long-term career progression
• Opportunity to influence fleet strategy, compliance and operational performance

Please apply.