Job Description
Job Title: Transport General Manager
Location: Essex
Salary: £70,000–£90,000 + Benefits
Overview
We’re seeking an experienced Transport General Manager to lead a major transport operation and a small warehouse facility in the South East. You’ll ensure efficient, compliant, and cost‑effective operations while driving performance, safety, and service excellence.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead daily transport operations to maximise fleet efficiency and on‑time deliveries.
* Oversee a small warehouse operation, ensuring smooth receipt, storage, and dispatch processes.
* Monitor and improve KPIs across service, cost, fuel efficiency, and operational performance.
* Manage route planning, fleet optimisation, and maintenance compliance.
* Ensure full compliance with transport legislation (O‑Licence, DVSA, WTD).
* Promote strong health & safety standards and lead incident investigations.
* Manage and develop transport managers, planners, warehouse staff, and drivers.
* Control budgets, deliver cost savings, and manage supplier relationships.
* Build strong customer and stakeholder relationships.
Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in senior transport or depot management within a 3PL or transport environment.
* Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation and compliance.
* Experience with pallet networks and large HGV fleet management.
* Exposure to warehouse operations preferred.
* Excellent leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
* Strong commercial awareness and budget management capability.
* Competent with transport planning and fleet management systems.
* CPC in Transport Management (Essential).
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary + car/allowance
* Performance bonus
* Pension + benefits
* Career growth within a fast‑paced, expanding business