£50,000 - £60,000 Per Annum
Full Time
Permanent
Slough, Berkshire
Logistics And Distribution
Posted 6 days ago
Expires In 23 Days
Job Description
Transport Manager
Working pattern Monday–Friday (45 hours per week)
£50,000 – £60,000 (doe)
Location: Slough
Overview
Our client is a dynamic, fast-moving logistics specialist, and they’re looking for an experienced Transport Manager to take the reins of their high-spec, temperature-controlled fleet across the UK and Europe. This is a key role, driving the safe, compliant, and efficient movement of time-critical cargo—think fresh flowers, perishable produce, and high-value pharmaceuticals.
Operating 24/7, 365 days a year, their fleet of around 50 vehicles (mostly articulated lorries) is purpose-built for handling aircraft pallets (PMCs). A large part of the operation focuses on airfreight collections from UK and European airports for rapid distribution across the UK.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment and enjoy leading a top-performing transport operation, this is an opportunity to make a real impact
As Transport Manager, you’ll be the go-to person for keeping the fleet running safely and efficiently.
If you have the skill and experience required for this opportunity – submit your CV for immediate review.
Working pattern Monday–Friday (45 hours per week)
£50,000 – £60,000 (doe)
Location: Slough
Overview
Our client is a dynamic, fast-moving logistics specialist, and they’re looking for an experienced Transport Manager to take the reins of their high-spec, temperature-controlled fleet across the UK and Europe. This is a key role, driving the safe, compliant, and efficient movement of time-critical cargo—think fresh flowers, perishable produce, and high-value pharmaceuticals.
Operating 24/7, 365 days a year, their fleet of around 50 vehicles (mostly articulated lorries) is purpose-built for handling aircraft pallets (PMCs). A large part of the operation focuses on airfreight collections from UK and European airports for rapid distribution across the UK.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment and enjoy leading a top-performing transport operation, this is an opportunity to make a real impact
As Transport Manager, you’ll be the go-to person for keeping the fleet running safely and efficiently.
- fleet compliance across Operator Licence, DVSA and regulatory standards
- maintenance planning to maximise fleet uptime
- Overseeing tachograph data, WTD reporting and driver compliance
- Driving high standards in defect reporting and fleet safety
- Supporting and developing driver performance
- Ensuring all licences, CPCs and records are accurate and up to date
- Managing vehicle issues quickly to minimise operational disruption
- Handling H&S matters, incidents and accident investigations
- Working closely with suppliers to manage costs and performance
- Supporting driver recruitment and onboarding
- Identifying and implementing operational improvements
- Acting as a subject matter expert on transport legislation and best practice
- Demonstrable experience within HGV transport operations
- CPC qualified (held for at least 5 years)
- Strong working knowledge of UK & EU transport regulations
- Experience within airfreight and/or European logistics
- A collaborative, hands-on approach
- Class 1 licence (desirable)
- Solid understanding of trucks and trailers
- Full UK driving licence
If you have the skill and experience required for this opportunity – submit your CV for immediate review.