Transport Manager

Transport Manager

Hull

£40,000 - £50,000 DOE

Full-Time | Permanent

Are you an experienced Transport Manager looking for a role where you can take ownership of a busy transport operation, improve processes and play a key part in day-to-day operational performance?

We are working with a well-established business in the Hull area that is looking to appoint a Transport Manager to support the continued development of its transport function.

This is a hands-on management role suited to someone who is confident overseeing daily transport activity, supporting drivers, maintaining compliance and ensuring the operation runs efficiently, safely and professionally.

The role will involve:

- Managing day-to-day transport operations across a busy logistics environment

- Planning, coordinating and monitoring daily vehicle and driver activity

- Supporting driver performance, communication and operational standards

- Ensuring transport compliance, including driver hours, vehicle checks and relevant legislation

- Working closely with internal teams to ensure customer requirements and service levels are met

- Managing operational issues, delays and changes throughout the day

- Supporting fleet maintenance, vehicle availability and service scheduling

- Reviewing transport processes and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency

- Monitoring KPIs, service performance and operational standards

- Supporting recruitment, training, development and performance of transport staff

- Promoting a safe, compliant and professional working environment

The successful candidate will ideally have:

- Previous experience in a Transport Manager, Transport Supervisor, Fleet Manager or Senior Transport Planner role

- Strong knowledge of transport operations, fleet coordination and driver management

- Good understanding of transport compliance and operator responsibilities

- Confident communication skills with drivers, customers and internal teams

- The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced operational environment

- Strong organisation, problem-solving and decision-making skills

- A proactive approach to improving processes and service levels

- CPC qualification would be highly advantageous

This role would suit somebody who enjoys being involved in the operation, not just managing from a desk. You will be joining a stable and established business that can offer responsibility, variety and the chance to make a real impact within the transport function.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced transport professional looking for their next long-term move in the Hull area.

For more information or a confidential conversation, please send your CV to (url removed)

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