Transport Operations Manager

Transport Operations Manager Required!

Location: Portsmouth

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 6:30pm

Our client is an established transport and logistics business operating a busy palletised distribution, haulage and warehousing operation from Portsmouth.

We are looking for an experienced Transport Operations Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day operation, managing drivers, transport planning, customer service and overall performance.

Package:

Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 6:30pm

£45,000 - £50,000 per annum

Additional benefits discussed at interview

Transport Operations Manager - Responsibilities:

Manage the day-to-day transport operation

Manage and support drivers, warehouse and admin staff

Oversee daily planning, vehicle movements and deliveries

Monitor transport performance and resolve operational issues

Deal with driver and customer queries

Work closely with the warehouse and planning teams

Monitor vehicle availability, maintenance and downtime

Ensure drivers and vehicles operate safely and compliantly

Monitor driver hours, vehicle checks and relevant documentation

Identify ways to improve efficiency, service and operating costs

Manage operational administration and performance reporting

Transport Operations Manager - Requirements

Previous experience in transport operations, transport management or a senior transport role

Experience managing drivers and/or a transport team

Good understanding of day-to-day transport operations

Confident dealing with drivers, customers and internal teams

Good understanding of driver hours and transport compliance

Organised, commercially aware and able to make decisions

Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Comfortable working in a busy, fast-moving environment

Good IT and administration skills

CPC is not essential

Pallet network, general haulage or similar transport experience would be advantageous

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