It's more than a job
As our Transport Manager at Kuehne+Nagel, you not only contribute to the success of your team, but also to the day‑to‑day operations and success in the warehouse. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work truly contributes to more than we imagine.
This role provides strategic leadership for Portsmouth Transport and other designated sites as required. It ensures full compliance with all legal, security, health & safety obligations, including JSP and civil authority regulations. The role holder is accountable for achieving agreed service levels and KPIs while maintaining budgetary control and effective manpower planning. Through strong day‑to‑day operational management and engagement of transport colleagues within Road Distribution Portsmouth, they will ensure safety, compliance, service quality, and cost efficiency are consistently delivered. A key responsibility is to foster a positive working environment that enables operational excellence, upholds all legal and safety requirements, adheres to KN procedures, and supports the delivery of agreed transport service levels and KPIs.
How you create impact
* Conduct regular QSHE (Quality, Safety, Health & Environment) audits to maintain a safe, compliant, and efficient working environment.
* Lead fleet and operational compliance in line with company policy and O’ Licence responsibilities, ensuring vehicles meet all internal and external cleanliness and hygiene standards.
* Complete all required safety training and actively promote a culture that prioritises health, safety, wellbeing, and environmental responsibility.
* Carry out on‑site and off‑site assurance checks, safety observations, and Toolbox Talks (TBB), providing constructive and positive feedback to colleagues to continuously strengthen the safety culture.
* Manage and control budgets responsibly, overseeing and authorising all expenditure related to overheads, direct costs, headcount, overtime, and agency usage to ensure financial targets are met.
* Monitor and drive compliance through the analysis of driver performance using Microlise route, POD, and telematics systems, completing dispatch/debrief duties and delivering scheduled reports and briefings.
* Ensure full compliance with UK and EU transport legislation, including the Road Transport Working Time Regulations 2005 and EU Drivers’ Hours, supporting drivers to take required breaks and rest periods.
* Oversee colleague attendance, including holiday planning, absence reporting, and return‑to‑work processes, ensuring all records are accurately maintained and all conversations follow policy guidelines.
What we would like you to bring
* Ideally holds a current and valid Category B driving licence.
* Preferably holds a valid ADR Training Certificate (Categories 1–9 excluding 7, with 7x accepted packages).
* Essential: Holds a Manager CPC in International Road Haulage to fulfil the responsibilities of the named Operating Licence Holder.
* Strong understanding of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QSHE) requirements.
* Proven experience within an operational environment, demonstrating the ability to build, lead, manage, and inspire a high‑performing team.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently at all levels.
* Effective decision‑making skills, demonstrating sound judgement in fast‑paced operational settings.
* Demonstrates strong leadership qualities, with the ability to motivate others and build effective working relationships.
* Experience managing transport operations, including the movement of Class 1 to 9 materials. Maintains up to date knowledge of UK and EU transport legislation.
What's in it for you
You will receive 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to earn additional days through service. You can join the contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension plan and benefit from our Route 2 Rewards scheme, which offers discounts, benefit information, and recognition.
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