Transport manager Work, Jobs in London, Gtl (with Salaries)

Transport Manager
Forest Freight Ltd —London
- From £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
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21h
Services Manager - Terminals
Heathrow —London
- Full-time
- IT
- Leadership
- Annual leave
1d
Transport Manager
Moran Logistics —Belvedere
- £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- In-person
- Free parking
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5d
Transport and Major Work Manager
Slough Borough Council —Burnham
- £54,556 - £60,085 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Annual leave
8d
Transport Operations Manager
Gist Limited —Hemel Hempstead
- £50,000 - £52,000 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Transport Shift Manager
Stobart —Dagenham
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Transport Manager
Xpress Logistic Services Ltd —West Drayton
- £40,000.00 - £44,965.31 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Supervising experience
- Continuous improvement
- Free parking
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8d
Transport Shift Manager (days)
Booker Group —Hoddesdon
- Day shift
- Administrative experience
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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8d
Freelance PSV Transport Manager (CPC Qualified)
Transport Naviagtor —London
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Maintenance
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
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13d
Control Centre Duty Manager
Keolis Amey Docklands 2025 Limited —London
- £90,450.17 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- Employee discount
8d
Transport Operations Manager
GXO Logistics —Borough of Dartford
- Up to £52,500 a year
- Weekend availability
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
7d
Admissions and Transport Manager
Slough Borough Council —Slough
- £48,277 - £53,509 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Teaching
- Annual leave
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4d
Transport Manager
Civic Recruitment Limited —London
- £42,000 - £48,000 a year
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Transport Manager
Quest Medical UK Ltd —West Horndon
- £43,000 - £46,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
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1d
Training and Compliance Manager - Transport
SUEZ —Hayes
- £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- First Aid Certification
- Travel
Transport Manager
Swift Waste Management —London
- £50,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Driving
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Sick pay
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Operation & Transport Manager
Bastion Logistics Ltd —London
- £150 - £200 a day
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Team management
- Driving
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Site Transport Manager
Berkmann Wine Cellars —Thurrock
- Up to £40,000 a year
- Overtime
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- Sales
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Duty Manager
OCS Group —Hounslow
- 8 hour shift
- Management
- Customer service
- Travel
- Flexible schedule
Quick apply
21h
Project Manager (Transport & Public Realm)
Royal Borough of Greenwich —London
- £52,194 - £55,323 a year
- Full-time
- Project management
- No degree

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Transport Manager

Forest Freight Ltd
London

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
From £45,000 a year
21 hours ago

Benefits

Company pension
Employee discount

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Logistics
Maintenance
Transportation management systems
Communication skills
Internal audits

Full job description

Company Overview

Forest Freight is a family owned, independent company with over 50 years of experience in delivering trusted haulage and logistics solutions across the United Kingdom. We pride ourselves on our dedicated team, innovative services, and commitment to excellence in transport and warehousing.

Job Purpose

The Transport Manager is responsible for the effective and continuous management of the company's transport operations, ensuring full compliance with all Operator's Licence requirements, DVSA regulations, road transport legislation, and company policies. The role is accountable for maintaining vehicle and driver compliance standards, ensuring the safe, legal, and efficient operation of the fleet.

The successful candidate will be the named as one of the Transport Manager's on the company's Operator's Licence and will fulfil all statutory responsibilities associated with this appointment. The role carries overall responsibility for the compliance management of a fleet of approximately 40 vehicles and 40 drivers.

Key Responsibilities

Operator's Licence Compliance

Act as the company's nominated and named Transport Manager on the Operator's Licence.
Ensure the transport operation remains fully compliant with all Operator's Licence undertakings and statutory obligations.
Maintain effective and continuous management of the transport operation as required by the Traffic Commissioner.
Maintain and oversee systems, processes, and records required to demonstrate compliance during audits, inspections, and investigations.
Act as the primary point of contact for transport compliance matters with regulatory authorities, including the DVSA and Office of the Traffic Commissioner.
Monitor changes in transport legislation and implement necessary operational changes.

Vehicle and Trailer Maintenance

Manage and monitor planned preventative maintenance schedules for approximately 40 vehicles and associated trailers.
Ensure all vehicles and trailers undergo servicing, safety inspections, MOT testing, and repairs within prescribed intervals.
Oversee maintenance providers to ensure work is completed to the required standards and documented appropriately.
Maintain accurate maintenance histories and compliance records for all fleet assets.
Ensure regular brake performance testing is completed in accordance with DVSA requirements and company maintenance schedules.

Vehicle Defect Management

Implement and manage robust vehicle defect reporting procedures.
Review and action all reported defects promptly, ensuring vehicles are not operated when safety-critical defects exist.
Monitor repair completion and maintain records of all reported defects and corrective actions.
Ensure effective communication between drivers, workshop providers, and management regarding vehicle condition and repairs.

Daily Walkaround Checks

Ensure drivers complete daily walkaround inspections in accordance with legal requirements and company procedures.
Monitor completion rates and quality of inspections.
Investigate and address non-compliance or recurring issues identified through defect reporting.
Maintain records demonstrating compliance with daily vehicle inspection requirements.

Driver Compliance Management

Manage compliance and performance for approximately 40 drivers.
Manage driver licence verification processes, ensuring all drivers hold valid and appropriate licences and entitlements.
Conduct regular driver licence checks and maintain supporting records.
Monitor Driver CPC qualification status and ensure all drivers maintain valid Driver Qualification Cards (DQC).
Schedule and coordinate Driver CPC training requirements.
Ensure compliance with Drivers' Hours Regulations, Working Time Directive requirements, and tachograph legislation.

Infringement Management

Monitor driver hours, tachograph records, and compliance reports.
Investigate all infringements and non-compliance issues.
Conduct driver debriefs and implement corrective actions where necessary.
Identify trends and provide coaching, training, or disciplinary recommendations as appropriate.
Produce regular compliance reports for senior management.

Compliance Monitoring and Auditing

Conduct regular internal transport compliance audits.
Review key performance indicators relating to fleet compliance and driver performance.
Ensure all transport records are maintained accurately and retained in accordance with legal requirements.
Prepare for and support DVSA audits, Operator Compliance Risk Score (OCRS) reviews, and external compliance assessments.

Health, Safety and Operational Standards

Promote a strong safety culture throughout the transport operation.
Ensure transport activities are conducted in accordance with company health and safety procedures.
Support accident investigations and implement corrective actions where required.
Work closely with operational teams to ensure compliance requirements are integrated into daily activities.

Person SpecificationEssential

Holder of a valid Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
Eligible and willing to be named as the Transport Manager on the company's Operator's Licence.
Proven experience managing transport compliance within a goods vehicle operation.
Thorough understanding of Operator's Licence obligations, Traffic Commissioner expectations, and DVSA requirements.
Strong knowledge of Drivers' Hours Regulations, Working Time Directive requirements, and tachograph legislation.
Experience managing vehicle maintenance systems, brake testing programmes, and defect reporting processes.
Excellent organisational, communication, and record-keeping skills.
Proficient in transport management and compliance software systems.

Desirable

Experience managing fleets of 30+ vehicles.
Internal auditing experience.
Knowledge of fleet telematics and compliance monitoring systems.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

100% compliance with Operator's Licence undertakings.
MOT first-time pass rates.
Completion of scheduled maintenance inspections on time.
Driver CPC compliance levels.
Driver licence check completion rates.
Daily walkaround check completion rates.
Reduction in driver infringements.
Defect rectification times.
Brake testing compliance.
Successful completion of internal and external compliance audits.
Maintenance of satisfactory OCRS ratings and regulatory compliance standards.

If you would like to apply for the position, having a Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence is essential. Please send your CV to [email protected].

Pay: From £45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Employee discount

Work Location: In person

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