Transport Manager

Transport Manager
Location: Barking
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 DOE

Our client is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to oversee fleet compliance, driver management, and transport operations.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining compliance standards while supporting the wider transport function and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the nominated CPC holder and ensure full compliance with Operator Licence requirements and transport legislation
• Maintain FORS Silver accreditation standards and oversee driver compliance, tachographs, and training requirements
• Support the existing transport management team whilst providing senior oversight of fleet compliance and transport performance
• Oversee vehicle maintenance, servicing, inspections, MOT preparation, and defect reporting processes
• Liaise with workshops and suppliers to maximise fleet availability and operational efficiency
• Lead transport-related Health & Safety initiatives, investigations, and corrective actions
• Develop and monitor KPIs relating to compliance, fleet performance, safety, utilisation, and service delivery
• Produce reports for senior management and identify opportunities for operational improvements and cost savings

Requirements

• Valid Transport Manager CPC qualification
• Previous Transport Management experience within a fleet operation
• Strong understanding of Operator Licence compliance and DVSA regulations
• Experience maintaining FORS accreditation standards
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Experience within the waste, recycling, or construction sectors would be highly advantageous

Salary & Benefits

• £45,000 - £55,000 DOE
• Monday to Friday working hours of 06:00 - 16:00
• Occasional Saturday support may be required, although this is expected to be infrequent
• Fully onsite
• Opportunity to join a growing business in a key leadership position

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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