Transport Manager

Lead a team ensuring safe, compliant and efficient operation of transport site activities. Maintaining high standards across safety, compliance, performance, housekeeping and people management, while fostering a strong safety-led culture on site. Client Details A leading UK environmental services business with a commitment to delivering sustainable product resources and supporting a circular economy Description We are looking for an experienced Transport Manager to set the tone and pace for delivering a safe, compliant and efficient transport operation. This is a hands-on operational leadership role with responsibility for a transport/site operations team. You will play a key role in maintaining high standards across safety, compliance, performance, housekeeping and people management, while fostering a strong safety-led culture on site. Key Responsibilities Lead the safe and legally compliant operation of all site transport activities
Ensure compliance with legislation, road traffic, driver hours, tachograph
Manage daily transport planning including routes, schedules and load movements
Oversee vehicle checks, defect reporting, servicing and MOT compliance
Monitor driver performance, hours and attendance, addressing risks and trends
Act as site lead for transport audits, inspections and corrective actionsOperations Oversee all yard activity to ensure safe, efficient movement, processing and storage of materials
Directly manage the team leader , setting clear priorities and performance expectations
Ensure traffic management plans, segregation, stock control and housekeeping standards are maintained
Monitor throughput, capacity and plant usage to minimise congestion, downtime and riskPeople Management & Leadership Manage attendance, conduct, capability and performance in line with company procedures
Ensure all staff receive appropriate training, inductions and safety briefings
Carry out return-to-work meetings, investigations and corrective coaching where required
Promote collaboration and teamwork across transport and yard operationsHealth, Safety & Continuous Improvement Champion a safety-first culture across all activities
Lead incident, near-miss reporting and corrective actions
Deliver toolbox talks and reinforce site rules and behavioural standards
Monitor KPIs and drive operational improvements in safety, productivity and efficiency

Support site audits, customer visits and internal compliance reviews Profile We are looking for: Proven experience in a transport or operational management role
Background in waste, recycling, logistics, aggregates or heavy industry
Experience managing mixed operational teams, including driversQualifications Full UK driving licence - essential
CPC Transport Manager qualification - highly desirable
IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent) - desirableSkills & Behaviours Strong working knowledge of transport legislation and operational compliance
Practical understanding of yard operations and traffic management
Confident, hands-on people manager
Organised, decisive and calm under pressure
Safety-led, detail-focused and accountable
Clear communicator with a visible leadership styleJob Offer A permanent, full-time leadership role with an established and thriving business The opportunity to make a real impact on safety and operational performance
A supportive management team and well-established site operation