Transport Manager

Summary:
We're looking for an experienced, confident, and proactive Transport Manager to take ownership of our client's Ipswich Traffic Office-overseeing a fleet of 24+ vehicles and leading day to day transport operations.
This is a hands on, fast paced leadership role where you'll be at the heart of safe, compliant, and high performing logistics operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, inspire, and support drivers, dispatchers, and operatives across multi shift operations
• Manage fleet compliance, vehicle safety, and operator licence requirements
• Drive key KPIs across safety, service delivery, and cost efficiency
• Ensure full compliance with transport, environmental, and Health & Safety legislation
• Champion a strong safety culture, including robust near miss reporting
• Build positive, productive relationships with internal departments and external customers

Experience:

• Proven experience in transport or logistics management
• Strong working knowledge of transport, environmental, and H&S compliance
• A commercial mindset with experience managing performance and costs
• Confident leadership qualities and excellent communication skills
• Good knowledge of the local area and the flexibility to travel when needed

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All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.

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