Transport Operations Manager

Location: Hull
Full-time £50,000 Salary + Car Allowance
Hours Monday - Friday (Apply online only)

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Transport Manager to take responsibility for our hull depot transport operations. This is a key leadership role, ensuring our transport activities are safe, compliant, efficient, and customer-focused, while achieving financial and performance targets.

As the Transport Operations Manager, you will ensure full compliance with the Operator Licence requirements, manage our driver workforce, maintain vehicle standards, and drive continuous improvement across all areas of transport operations.

Key Responsibilities

Operator Licence & Compliance

• Fulfil the statutory duties of the Transport Manager role.
• Maintain robust systems for auditing, monitoring, and reviewing compliance performance.

Driver Management

• Oversee driver administration including licence checks, CPC validation, working time records, and medical declarations.
• Manage driver performance, compliance with hours and rest regulations, and defect reporting.
• Ensure accurate tachograph data capture, analysis, and record retention.
• Support disciplinary, absence management, and performance improvement processes.

Vehicle Management

• Ensure all vehicles and trailers are maintained in a roadworthy condition and serviced on time.
• Verify insurance, height indicators, payload notifications, and tachograph calibrations are up to date.

Operational Leadership

• Manage depot transport operations to deliver on-time, efficient, and cost-effective service.
• Develop strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Monitor budgets, cost controls, and P&L performance.
• Deliver best in class customer service and ensure operational excellence.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Promote a strong health, safety, and environmental culture.
• Investigate and report incidents, accidents, and near misses.
• Provide training, guidance, and leadership to maintain a safe workplace for all staff and drivers.

About You

We re looking for a highly organised and proactive professional with a strong track record in transport or logistics management. You ll have the confidence to lead from the front, make decisions under pressure, and uphold the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Essential:

Proven experience as a Transport or Logistics Manager.

CPC National & International qualification.

In-depth knowledge of transport legislation, driver hours, and Operator Licence compliance.

Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

Full clean driving licence.