Head of transport

Recruit4staff are representing a leading waste management business in their search for a Head of Transport to cover the Northwest and the Midlands

• Pay: Up to £75,000 per annum
• Hours of Work: Monday - Friday, Days role
• Duration: Permanent

Job Details

• Pay: Up to £75,000 per annum
• Hours of Work: Monday - Friday, Days role
• Duration: Permanent
• Benefits: Company car, ongoing professional development, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job Role

As Head of Transport, you will report directly to the Board of Directors, providing strategic leadership and oversight of all fleet and transport activities. The Head of Transport will lead a team of Transport Managers, ensuring compliance across Operator Licences, driving operational performance, and aligning fleet strategy with long‑term business growth.

Essential Skills, Experience, or Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience as a Head of Transport or similar within fleet, transport, or logistics
• Strong knowledge of Operator Licence compliance, DVSA regulations, and transport legislation
• Experience managing large commercial fleets within complex operations
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi‑site teams and drive performance
• Strong financial and commercial acumen
• CPC qualification (National and/or International)

Advantageous Skills, Experience, or Qualifications

• Experience within the waste management industry

Additional Information

• Opportunity to lead and transform a growing national fleet operation
• High level of influence at Board and Executive level

Commutable From

Wrexham, Chester, Rowley Regis, Widnes, Bretton, Deeside

Similar Job Titles

Head of Fleet & Transport, Group Fleet Manager, Head of Transport Operations, Fleet Operations Director, Group Transport Manager, Fleet & Logistics Manager, National Fleet Manager, Head of Fleet Operations, Group Fleet Director, Transport & Fleet Director

This Head of Transport opportunity offers excellent scope for progression and impact within a dynamic organisation. For further information about the Head of Transport role, please apply now. This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Recruit4staff who are operating as a recruitment agency, agent, agencies, employment agency or employment business.

Job Reference

opp-25196