Job Title: Transport Manager
Type: Full Time, Permanent
Pay Rate: £50,000 per annum
Location: Fareham
Start Date: Immediate
We are currently working with a client based in Fareham to recruit an experienced Transport Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing operation, where you will play a key role in improving fleet performance, driving operational efficiency, and supporting the ongoing expansion of the transport function.
Requirements:
1. Proven experience in managing and scaling transport operations across multiple regions
2. Strong knowledge of multi-drop route optimisation, particularly within London and surrounding areas
3. Experience overseeing fleet operations, compliance, and cost control
4. Ability to produce clear, structured monthly reports for senior leadership teams
5. Advanced Excel skills for reporting, data analysis, and root cause investigation
6. Solid understanding of driver compliance, working time regulations, and transport legislation
7. Strong leadership and people management skills
8. Proactive, hands-on approach with a “can-do” attitude
9. Commitment to delivering best-in-class customer service
Key Responsibilities:
Operational & Strategic Projects
10. Review and identify improvements across the current fleet operation (6 x 3.5T vans) within the first 4–8 weeks
11. Lead the implementation of automation between the ERP system and MaxOptra in collaboration with IT (target delivery by Q2)
12. Manage the planned fleet expansion from 6 vehicles to 12+ within 18 months
Driver Management
13. Oversee driver administration including licence checks, working time records, and medical declarations
14. Monitor driver performance and ensure compliance with driving hours and rest regulations
15. Manage defect reporting processes
16. Support disciplinary procedures, absence management, and performance improvement
Vehicle Management
17. Ensure all vehicles are roadworthy and serviced in line with schedules
18. Verify insurance, height indicators, and payload notifications are up to date
19. Ensure daily vehicle checks are completed by drivers
Operational Leadership
20. Manage day-to-day depot transport operations to ensure efficient, on-time service delivery
21. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, drivers, and internal teams
22. Monitor budgets and maintain effective cost control
23. Drive operational excellence and consistently achieve KPIs
Health, Safety & Compliance
24. Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture
25. Investigate and report incidents, accidents, and near misses
26. Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to ensure a safe working environment
Performance Metrics
27. Monitor failed delivery percentage (%)
28. Track average drop time (minutes)
29. Measure average time between drops (minutes)
30. Control delivery cost per sales order (£)
Benefits:
31. Opportunity to lead and shape a growing transport operation
32. Involvement in key strategic projects and system improvements
33. Career development within a scaling logistics function
34. Work within a collaborative and forward-thinking team environment
35. Competitive salary and long-term progression opportunities
If this sounds like the thing for you, then apply now or feel free to give us a call on, or email .