Transport Operations Manager

Our client is looking for an experienced, driven, and dynamic Transport Operations Manager to lead their specialist Road Sweeper and Tanker operations from their brand-new, purpose-built facility, complete with zero-to-landfill recycling plant and modern vehicle maintenance workshop.

This is a senior leadership opportunity offering genuine long-term progression and the chance to expand your impact across all areas of the business.

The Role

You will hold full operational responsibility for a mixed specialist fleet, ensuring services are delivered safely, compliantly, and efficiently. This is a pivotal position focused on operational excellence, team development, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Road Sweeper, Tanker, and Waste operations end-to-end
• Maintain full compliance with Operator Licence, DVSA, FORS, and transport legislation
• Lead, motivate, and develop drivers and operational teams
• Plan and oversee specialist customer projects to the highest safety and quality standards
• Ensure Waste Carrier Licence compliance
• Improve vehicle utilisation, maintenance scheduling, and defect reporting processes
• Monitor KPIs relating to safety, compliance, efficiency, and cost control
• Support senior leadership with growth strategies and service development
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across transport and operations

Essential Requirements

• Transport Manager CPC (refreshed within last 2 years)
• Proven experience managing transport operations and commercial fleets
• Strong knowledge of compliance and operator licence requirements
• Confident leadership and people management skills
• Highly organised, proactive, and commercially aware
• Full UK driving licence

Highly Desirable

• WAMITAB Level 4 Medium Risk Operator Competence
• IOSH Managing Safely and/or NEBOSH qualification
• Experience with specialist vehicles (sweepers, tankers, plant), drainage, waste, or construction sectors

What We Offer

• Senior-level role with clear progression opportunities
• Exposure to wider business operations beyond transport
• Supportive leadership team within a growing organisation
• Competitive salary and bonus package

Ready to take the next step in your transport leadership career? Apply now and help drive operational excellence by sending a cv or call (phone number removed) quoting reference M9637.