Transport Operations Manager
Location: Bristol
Salary: £50,000-£60,000 (DOE) + bonus
We are working on behalf of a well-established and growing specialist services organisation that is investing heavily in its infrastructure, fleet, and people. They are now looking to appoint an experienced Transport Operations Manager to take ownership of a mixed specialist fleet from a modern, purpose-built facility that includes state-of-the-art maintenance and recycling capabilities.
This is a senior, hands-on leadership role with genuine long-term progression and the opportunity to broaden your remit across wider operational areas as the business continues to expand.
The Role
As Transport Operations Manager, you will have full responsibility for the safe, compliant, and efficient running of a specialist transport operation. You'll be a key driver of operational excellence, people development, and continuous improvement across transport and related services.
Key responsibilities will include:
End-to-end management of specialist vehicle operations (including sweeper, tanker, and waste-related services)
Holding Operator Licence responsibility and ensuring full compliance with DVSA, FORS, and transport legislation
Leading, motivating, and developing drivers and operational teams
Planning and managing specialist customer jobs, ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and service delivery
Ensuring compliance with Waste Carrier and related regulatory requirements
Improving vehicle utilisation, maintenance planning, and defect reporting processes
Monitoring and reporting on KPIs relating to safety, compliance, efficiency, and cost control
Partnering with senior leadership to support growth and service development
Identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives across operations
Essential Requirements
Transport Manager CPC (refreshed within the last 2 years)
Proven experience managing commercial transport operations and fleets
Strong knowledge of transport compliance and operator licence requirements
Confident, hands-on leader with strong people management skills
Highly organised, proactive, and commercially aware
Full UK driving licence
Highly Desirable
WAMITAB Level 4 (Medium Risk Operator Competence)
IOSH Managing Safely and/or NEBOSH
Experience with specialist vehicles (sweepers, tankers, plant), or within waste, drainage, construction, or related sectors
What's on Offer
Senior operational role with clear long-term progression
Opportunity to broaden into wider operational and business leadership responsibilities
Supportive, forward-thinking leadership team in a growing organisation
Competitive salary plus bonus and benefits
Cycle to work scheme and on-site parking
This is a site-based role requiring a visible, hands-on presence within the operation.
If you're an experienced transport leader looking for a strategic role with real scope to shape and grow an operation, this could be an excellent opportunity.
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