Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per year + Benefits
The Role
United Minibuses & Coaches is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Transport Manager to lead our operational, compliance and fleet performance functions.
This is a senior leadership role within a busy and well-established bus and coach operation, responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient and fully compliant delivery of services across our fleet.
The successful candidate will be hands-on, highly organised, and confident managing both operational delivery and PSV regulatory responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Fleet Operations & Performance
- Lead day-to-day fleet operations across minibuses and coaches
- Monitor service delivery, vehicle utilisation and operational KPIs
- Ensure resources are deployed efficiently and cost-effectively
- Maintain high standards of reliability and customer service
Compliance & Safety (O-Licence / CPC)
- Ensure compliance with DVSA standards, transport legislation and industry best practice
- Oversee maintenance schedules, inspections, defect reporting and tachograph compliance
- Maintain all compliance systems and documentation to audit-ready standard
Driver Leadership & People Management
- Manage, support and develop a team of professional PCV drivers
- Lead recruitment, onboarding, training and performance management
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability and professionalism
- Handle conduct, disciplinary and incident processes where required
Operational Improvement & Development
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce cost and strengthen delivery
- Drive continuous improvement across fleet systems, safety processes and controls
- Support strategic growth projects, technology adoption and operational change
Candidate Requirements
Essential
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in a Transport Manager role within bus, coach or PSV operations
- Strong working knowledge of PSV Operator Licence compliance and DVSA requirements
- Proven experience leading drivers and managing day-to-day transport operations
- Strong decision-making ability in a fast-paced, operational environment
- Class D licence and Digital Tachograph Card (required)
- Excellent communication, organisational and reporting skills
Desirable
- Experience in airport shuttle operations, corporate transport, school contracts or emergency transport
- Familiarity with fleet management systems and transport software
What We Offer
- Salary of £50,000 – £60,000 depending on experience
- Private medical insurance (after 6 months)
- Company pension scheme
- Performance-related bonus
- 28 days annual leave
- Free on-site parking
- Employee discounts and company events
Career Progression
This is a role with genuine scope. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape operations within a growing transport group, with a clear pathway toward General Manager / Director-level responsibility.
About United Minibuses & Coaches
United Minibuses & Coaches is a leading operator in the South East, delivering services for major corporate organisations, airports, schools, public-sector clients and private customers.
We are recognised nationally for operational quality and reliability, including:
- British Coach Tourism Award Winner (2019)
- Route One Awards National Finalist (multiple years)
- UK Transport Awards: Most Reliable Minibus & Coach Operator in the South East
We combine professional standards with modern fleet technology and a strong focus on compliance and service excellence.
Location
This is an on-site position based at our depot and transport office in Crawley, Lowfield Heath (RH11), Gatwick area.
Apply
If you are an experienced Transport Manager looking for a senior operational role within a high-performing and respected operator, we would welcome your application.
Click Apply to be considered.
Keywords: Transport Manager, PSV, PCV, Fleet Manager, Operator Licence, O-Licence, DVSA Compliance, Coach Operations, Bus Operations, Gatwick Transport, Transport Compliance Manager, Driver Management, Fleet Operations.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
Experience:
- Minibus or Coach Sales (B2B or B2C): 2 years (preferred)
- Bus or Coach Transport Manager: 4 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Class D Licence and Digital Tachograph card (required)
Location:
- Crawley RH11 0PQ (preferred)
Work Location: In person
