Transport Supervisor role near Dartford within a growing engineering business, overseeing fleet compliance, offering £40,000–£50,000 salary and development opportunities long-term.
The company:
This well-established and growing engineering, transport, and construction-focused business supports a diverse operational workforce through a robust, safety-led transport function. With long-term staff retention, low turnover, and a genuine commitment to progression, the company invests in people, systems, and compliance to ensure high standards across its nationwide operations. The Transport Supervisor plays a key role in maintaining these standards.
Key Benefits of the Transport Supervisor:
Basic salary between £40,000 and £50,000 per annum
20 days holiday plus bank holidays
Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00
Clear development and training opportunities
Salary and duties review after three months
Free on-site parking
Friendly, social team environment
Long-term career stability within a growing business
About the Role (Key Responsibilities)
As a Transport Supervisor, you will oversee and coordinate all transport and fleet activities across a mixed fleet of approximately 38 vehicles, including vans, lorries, and cars.
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing MOTs, servicing, repairs, and general fleet maintenance
Acting as the main point of contact for fleet accidents, insurance claims, and related paperwork
Ensuring compliance with Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme standards and audit requirements
Maintaining accurate electronic records, receipts, certifications, and weekly vehicle checks
Allocating spare vehicles, managing vehicle access fobs, and overseeing spare van upkeep
Communicating fleet behaviour concerns and compliance issues to senior colleagues
Coordinating external suppliers and service providers
Delivering toolbox talks focused on vehicle safety and best practice
Proactively identifying cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements
Supporting ad hoc office-based projects as required
The Transport Supervisor will work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth daily operations and forward-thinking fleet management.
To be successful as the Transport Supervisor:
Proven experience in transport, fleet, or logistics coordination or supervision
Strong knowledge of vehicle compliance, maintenance scheduling, and audits
Confident managing documentation, records, and internal systems
Excellent communication skills with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset
Comfortable working in an engineering, transport, or construction environment
Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively
You may have experience working as a Transport Coordinator, Fleet Supervisor, Transport Supervisor, Transport Administrator, Fleet Planner, Transport Planner, Transport Manager or similar.
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