Transport Manager £45,000

Transport Manager – Frimley

Our client is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to oversee daily transport operations at the Frimley branch, while supporting compliance across two additional southern sites. They offer a friendly and supportive working environment.

Salary & Benefits

£40,000 – £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm

20 days holiday (excluding bank holidays and Christmas shutdown)

Pension scheme (auto-enrolment)

Free onsite parking

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day transport operations, including route planning
• Ensure on-time deliveries and maintain high customer service standards
• Maintain Operator’s Licence (O Licence) compliance across multiple sites
• Oversee vehicle checks, maintenance, and transport documentation
• Lead, motivate, and manage drivers and agency staff
• Monitor KPIs, analyse performance data, and produce reports
• Control fuel usage, overtime, and agency labour costs
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety and legal transport standards

Person Specification

• Valid Transport Manager CPC qualification
• Proven experience managing a company Operator’s Licence
• Strong knowledge of UK transport law and compliance
• Experience leading drivers and transport teams
• Route planning and fleet management experience
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Confident decision-maker under pressure
• Strong commercial awareness and cost control focus
• Excellent communication and people management abilities

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