Transport Manager

£45,000 - £60,000 + Company Vehicle + Benefits

North West | Full Time

Lead Fleet Compliance. Keep Operations Moving. Make a Real Impact.

We're recruiting on behalf of an established yet growing business looking for an experienced Transport Manager to lead its busy transport operation.

Managing a mixed fleet of HGVs, grab wagons, specialist vehicles and more than 100 light commercial vehicles , you'll take ownership of fleet compliance, driver management and vehicle availability, ensuring the business operates safely, efficiently and in full compliance with DVSA and Operator Licence requirements.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll work closely with Operations, HSEQ and Workshop teams to keep a demanding fleet moving every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management of a mixed fleet of HGVs and 100+ light commercial vehicles.
• Ensure full compliance with DVSA regulations and Operator Licence obligations.
• Manage PMIs (Preventative Maintenance Inspections) , servicing, MOTs and vehicle maintenance schedules.
• Oversee daily vehicle defect reporting and ensure repairs are completed promptly.
• Manage driver licence checks, Driver CPC records and ongoing compliance.
• Ensure daily walk-around checks are completed and recorded correctly.
• Monitor domestic drivers' hours compliance and tachograph requirements where applicable.
• Work closely with Operations to maximise fleet availability and minimise downtime.
• Manage external maintenance providers, workshops and transport suppliers.
• Investigate transport incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Produce fleet compliance reports and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

About You

You'll ideally have experience managing a busy commercial fleet within sectors such as:

• Utilities
• Civil Engineering
• Highways
• Construction
• Infrastructure
• Waste & Recycling
• Plant Hire
• Logistics

You'll also bring:

• Proven Transport or Fleet Management experience.
• Excellent knowledge of DVSA and Operator Licence compliance.
• Experience managing HGV and commercial vehicle fleets.
• Strong understanding of PMIs, vehicle defect management, driver licence compliance and daily walk-around inspections .
• Knowledge of domestic drivers' hours regulations .
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive, hands-on leadership style.

Desirable

• National Transport Manager CPC
• Experience managing grab wagons or specialist fleet vehicles.
• IOSH Managing Safely.
• Utilities or civil engineering sector experience.

What's On Offer

• £45,000 - £60,000 Salary
• Company Vehicle
• Company Pension
• Ongoing Professional Development
• Career Progression
• Supportive Leadership Team
• Stable, Growing Business

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a critical transport function within a successful infrastructure business.

You'll play a key role in ensuring fleet safety, compliance and operational performance while working alongside an experienced leadership team committed to continuous improvement.