Transport Operations Manager

Location: Barnsley Hub
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
Salary: £49,295 – £56,261
Contract: Permanent, Full Time,Shift Pattern:
2pm - 10pm

We're looking for an experienced Transport Operations Manager to join our Barnsley Hub, leading the delivery of a safe, legally compliant and cost-efficient transport operation.

Working closely with the Transport General Manager, you'll lead and develop our Transport Shift Managers while taking ownership of performance, compliance, service and cost.

This is a key operational leadership role within a fast-paced logistics environment, where you'll use data to drive performance, develop plans around changing volumes and ensure the operation is ready for our busiest periods.

• Lead, coach and develop Transport Shift Managers and their teams.
• Drive transport performance across service, cost, compliance and safety.
• Ensure the operation meets all legal and Operator Licence requirements.
• Monitor KPIs, identify root causes and implement improvement plans.
• Manage operational costs and provide clear performance reporting.
• Use transport data and vehicle telemetry to improve fleet efficiency and driver performance.
• Plan resources and transport capacity against changing and forecasted volumes.
• Develop and deliver robust plans for Peak and other high-volume periods.
• Carry out H&S and quality audits, risk assessments and reviews of safe systems of work.
• Improve transport processes and drive consistent operational standards.
• Conduct regular 1-to-1s, performance reviews and team meetings.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, customers and external partners.
• Deputise for senior Transport leadership when required.

• CPC National qualification and the ability to be named as a CPC holder on the Operator’s Licence.
• Significant transport operations management experience within logistics, distribution, parcels or a similar fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of transport legislation, compliance and Operator Licence requirements.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing operational teams.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to use data to influence and improve performance.
• Experience managing transport KPIs, operational costs and service levels.
• Strong resource and operational planning capability.
• Good Health & Safety knowledge.
• Confident decision-maker who can operate effectively under pressure.
• Full current UK driving licence.
• Good IT, written and verbal communication skills.

Experience with transport systems such as Isotrak, TMS and Tachomaster would be highly beneficial.

You'll play a key role in the performance of one of our major Hub operations, with the opportunity to influence how we plan, manage and continuously improve our transport operation.

We're looking for a leader who can combine strong transport knowledge with great people leadership — creating a safe, compliant and high-performing environment while developing the people around them.