* Transport and Operations ManagerNEWFast Apply# Transport and Operations ManagerEmployerLocation: Corsham, WiltshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: £40,000 - £50,000Posted: 25th March 2026Start Date: 1st June 2026Expires: 27th April 2026 12:00 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 1st June 2026Job ID: 1542210Start Date: 1st June 2026* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1542210* Share :We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, CPC-qualified Group Transport and Operations Manager to support the development of the Wishford Education Group.Responsible to: Director of OperationsResponsible for: Group Transport and Operations Management**Hours, Salary & Benefits:**Hours: Based at the group’s support office in the beautiful market town of Corsham, Wiltshire, but with some time spent in schools, this is a full-time, year-round role. Some flexible working is possible, and the work is varied and interesting.Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 paBenefits:* 5% employer pension* EV scheme with Octopus* Cycle to work scheme and shopping discounts* Means tested staff discount* 25 days holiday + bank holidays per annum* Access to the group's counselling scheme* Access to fully funded apprenticeships* Discretionary Christmas stand down* Personal accident at work cover* Flexible working patterns, hybrid working available**The Role:**Working within the central team, the role is responsible for:* All aspects of fleet safety and compliance including maintenance, driver training and licensing for a fleet of 21 PSV vehicles, 17 small minibuses and 6 ancillary vehicles* Liaising with the Traffic Commissioner’s Office to ensure compliance with the terms of the Wishford Group’s Public Service Vehicle (PSV) licences.* Health and Safety at Work.* Training and CPD for support staff.* Catering provision.* Risk management.* Contingency planning.To see the full job description, please read the attached candidate pack.**Person Specification:**The successful candidate will have the following qualities:* Honesty and integrity.* Ambition, energy, enthusiasm and commitment.* A positive can-do attitude and willingness to be hands-on.* A strong entrepreneurial spirit.* Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships.* A desire to achieve the very highest standards in everything they do.* Leadership qualities including authority and empathy to connect with and inspire colleagues.**Experience & Skills:*** Essential - Hold a Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)for Public Service Vehicles.* Maintaining compliance with Operator Licence undertakings* Oversight of Health and Safety and operational risk management* Desirable - recognised Health and Safety at Work qualification such as NEBOSH. Training can be provided if required.* Demonstrable commercial knowledge and awareness of operations.* Planning, organisational and influencing skills.* Team management, leadership and coaching.* Understanding of fleet management.* Full valid driving licence.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Wishford Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, reference and medical checks and the Disclosure and Barring Service.Wishford Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Appointments will be made solely on merit and will be made without regard to age, disability, gender, nationality, race, colour, ethnicity, or religion.### Wishford Education
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