Transport Manager

Vanrath is working with a well-established transport and logistics organisation to appoint an experienced Transport Manager to take full responsibility for fleet compliance, operational governance, and transport safety standards across a busy and fast-moving operation.

This is a senior, legally accountable role where you will oversee all transport compliance activity, manage risk, and ensure full adherence to Operator Licence requirements and relevant transport legislation.

As Transport Manager, you will hold responsibility for the organisation's transport compliance and fleet governance framework. You will ensure the business operates safely, legally, and efficiently, with full accountability for maintaining standards required by regulatory bodies.

You will act as the senior point of contact for all transport-related compliance matters, supporting both operational performance and legal obligations while driving continuous improvement across the fleet.

This role combines compliance oversight, leadership, and strategic input into fleet performance and operational efficiency.

• Take full responsibility for transport compliance and Operator Licence obligations
• Ensure adherence to all relevant transport legislation, DVSA requirements, and internal policies
• Lead on fleet safety, ensuring vehicles are maintained, roadworthy, and legally compliant at all times
• Oversee driver compliance standards, including licence checks, training, and conduct expectations
• Manage transport risk, including incident investigation and corrective action planning
• Act as key contact for regulatory bodies, audits, and compliance inspections
• Provide leadership and direction to transport/compliance administrative staff
• Set and maintain operational standards across fleet processes and documentation
• Monitor fleet performance, identifying risks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities
• Oversee relationships with maintenance providers, workshops, and external transport partners
• Ensure robust systems are in place for record-keeping, reporting, and audit readiness
• Contribute to strategic planning around fleet efficiency, cost control, and operational improvement

• Proven experience in a Transport Manager, Fleet Manager, or senior transport compliance role
• CPC is ideal
• Strong understanding of Operator Licence requirements and transport legislation
• Ability to take ownership of compliance and make confident operational decisions
• Leadership experience, with the ability to guide and support a team
• Strong stakeholder management skills (internal and external)
• Excellent problem-solving ability and attention to regulatory detail
• Competent in managing systems, reporting, and compliance frameworks

• Competitive salary package dependent on experience
• Senior leadership role with genuine responsibility and autonomy
• Opportunity to influence transport strategy and operational standards
• Supportive organisation with investment in compliance and safety
• Pension scheme and employee benefits package
• Long-term career development opportunity within a growing business