Transport Manager / Transport Supervisor
Road Surfacing & Infrastructure Contractor
Location: Harrow
Salary: £50,000-£55,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Compliance Level: FORS Silver
The Role
A well-established road surfacing and infrastructure contractor is seeking a Transport Manager or Transport Supervisor to oversee and develop its transport operations. This role is suitable for either a Qualified Transport Manager to be named on the company's Operator's Licence, or a Transport Supervisor looking to progress and achieve their Transport Manager CPC qualification.
You will be responsible for the compliant, safe, and efficient management of a diverse fleet of HGVs, light commercial vehicles, and plant machinery, playing a key role in supporting day-to-day operations and future business growth.
About the Operation
·Fleet of approximately 30 HGVs including tippers, grabs, gully suckers, sweepers, and low loaders
·Around 40 light commercial vehicles, including vans and dropsides
·Over 60 items of plant machinery, including pavers, planers, excavators, rollers, and associated equipment
·In-house workshop supported by experienced mechanics
·Operating at FORS Silver accreditation level
Key Responsibilities
·Manage driver compliance in line with DVSA legislation and company policies
·Take responsibility for the Operator's Licence, ensuring full legal and regulatory compliance
·Oversee fleet and plant maintenance, servicing, inspections, and defect management
·Plan and manage MOTs, inspections, testing, and servicing schedules
·Analyse tachograph and driver data to ensure ongoing compliance
·Manage bulk fuel supplies and fuel usage monitoring
·Support driver recruitment, inductions, training, and ongoing development
·Maintain FORS compliance and manage audits, renewals, and accreditation requirements
·Report directly to senior management, with autonomy to manage and improve transport operations
About You
This role would suit a proactive and organised transport professional with strong compliance knowledge and leadership skills.
Essential:
·Proven experience in transport, logistics, or fleet management
·Strong understanding of DVSA regulations and operator compliance
·Confident managing drivers and transport operations
·Excellent communication and organisational skills
·Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word
·Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
·Transport Manager CPC (or willingness to work towards qualification)
·Experience managing mixed fleets of HGVs, vans, and plant
·FORS accreditation experience
·Background in construction, highways, or surfacing environments
What's on Offer
·Competitive salary based on experience
·Long-term, stable role within an established business
·Opportunity to shape and develop the transport function
·Support for professional development and CPC qualification (if applicable)
·20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Patrick Gray at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us. Please submit your CV to (url removed)