Location:Springburn, Glasgow (with travel to outlying site ) – North and central Scotland.
At Carntyne Transport, we’re proud to be a forward thinking, dynamic and customer-focused logistics provider. No two days are the same here and that’s just how we like it. We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and experienced individual to join our Bulk Transport business unit as a Transport Manager.
Our Bulk Transport unit is a key logistics partner to the whisky and spirits industry, operating a fleet of over 100 vehicles and 500 trailers, and servicing many of the UK’s leading drinks companies.
What You’ll Be Doing
As Transport Manager, you’ll lead and oversee multi-site operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and service excellence across our network. Your key responsibilities will include:
* Leading a team of Transport Supervisors and Planners to manage a fleet of 100+ vehicles and 500 trailers, supporting around 180 drivers.
* P&L accountability for your area of operations
* Manage the Operator’s Licence (O-Licence) responsibilities across sites, ensuring compliance with DVSA and Traffic Commissioner requirements.
* Ensure strict compliance with UK transport legislation, including ADR regulations for the carriage of dangerous goods, driver hours, and health & safety law.
* Driving operational efficiency through the use of telematics and route optimisation tools.
* Developing and enhancing KPI reporting and performance tracking.
* Overseeing driver recruitment, training, engagement, and performance management.
* Acting as the key point of contact for customer relationships and reporting.
* Coaching and developing your direct reports to build a high-performing team.
* Deputising for the General Manager when required.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a confident, hands‑on leader with a strong background in transport operations. The ideal candidate will bring:
* Proven experience in a Transport Management role (essential).
* A valid International CPC qualification. (essential)
* Strong people management skills, ideally within a unionised environment.
* A proactive, ownership‑driven mindset with the ability to lead and inspire teams.
* Solid knowledge of UK geography and transport planning.
* Experience handling disciplinary, grievance, and incident investigations.
* Familiarity with vehicle telematics and transport management systems.
* In‑depth understanding of transport legislation and operational H&S.
* Excellent communication skills and customer‑facing experience.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
* Commercial awareness, including budgeting and route pricing.
* Experience managing multi‑site and multi‑customer operations.
What’s on Offer
* Contract: Full‑time, Monday–Friday, with flexibility required to support a 7‑day operation.
* Package: Competitive salary, company car cash allowance, contributory pension scheme.
* Perks: Access to our exclusive employee discount and wellbeing platform.
* Development: An excellent opportunity for career growth within one of the UK’s leading private logistics companies.
Job Types: Full‑time, Permanent
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Springburn G21: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
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