Transport Manager

Company: HTE Recruitment
Apply for the Transport Manager
Location: London
Job Description:

Transport Manager required in the WS9 area, this is a daytime role and focused on the compliance side. Transport manager, £35k, this company has a range of trucks they own and manage,

The roleAs a Transport manager you

will be responsible for the day-to-day planning and coordination of transport activities,

managing drivers and vehicle movements, ensuring customer requirements are met, and maintaining high standards of safety, compliance and

operational

efficiency. The role will include:

Manage and oversee the day-to-day transport operation.•

Plan and coordinate daily workloads, vehicle movements and driver allocations.

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Ensure sufficient drivers and

vehicles are available to meet operational and customer

requirements.

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Monitor progress throughout the day to ensure planned work is completed on time and efficiently.

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Communicate with drivers regarding job allocations, schedules, delays and operational changes.

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Liaise with customers, subcontractors and the night transport team to ensure smooth operational

handovers.

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Deal with operational issues, delays, breakdowns, driver absences and last-minute changes.

Essential Skills & Experience

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Valid Transport Manager

CPC

qualification – essential.

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Previous experience in a Transport Manager, Transport Supervisor or senior transport role.

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Strong HGV/haulage experience.

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Good knowledge of UK transport legislation and Operator

Licence

requirements.

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Strong understanding of drivers’ hours and Working Time Regulations.

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Excellent planning,

organisational

and communication skills.

key information

transport managercompliance focused£35kdaytime hoursWS9 areaApply Today:

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Posted: October 25th, 2026