Transport Manager

Location: Ringwood
Salary: £60,000-£70,000 per annum
Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Transport Manager to join a busy, fast-paced transport operation based in Ringwood.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in transport management and be confident overseeing day-to-day operations in a demanding environment. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant and efficient movement of vehicles and goods, while leading a team and maintaining high operational standards.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage competing priorities and has a strong understanding of transport legislation and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring an efficient and reliable service.

• Lead, motivate and manage drivers and transport staff.

• Plan and coordinate vehicle and driver schedules to maximise efficiency.

• Ensure full compliance with all relevant transport legislation and company policies.

• Maintain high standards of vehicle, driver and operational compliance.

• Monitor transport performance, costs and key performance indicators.

• Manage driver hours, working time and tachograph compliance.

• Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal teams to resolve operational issues.

• Coordinate vehicle maintenance, inspections and repairs.

• Investigate and manage incidents, accidents and operational issues where required.

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, service levels and operating costs.

• Ensure all relevant records, documentation and systems are accurately maintained.

• Support the development and implementation of transport policies and procedures.

• Provide strong leadership during periods of high operational demand.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• A valid Transport Manager CPC – essential.

• Proven experience managing a busy, fast-paced transport operation.

• Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation, compliance and driver regulations.

• Experience managing and leading a team of drivers and/or transport staff.

• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.

• The ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• A commercially aware and solutions-focused approach.

• Good IT and transport management systems experience.

• A proactive approach to improving operational performance.

• The flexibility and resilience required to work in a demanding transport environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £60,000-£70,000, depending on experience.

• The opportunity to take responsibility for a key transport operation.

• A fast-paced and varied working environment.

• Opportunities for professional development and progression.

• A supportive and professional working environment.

If you are an experienced Transport Manager with a strong operational background and hold the required CPC qualification, we would be keen to hear from you.

WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities.

WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy