Transportation Coordinator

Company Introduction

1to1 Transport is a growing transport and logistics business operating within the fast‑paced UK haulage and container transport sector. We are a close‑knit team with a family‑run business feel, built on strong communication, reliability and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. Our reputation has been developed through the relationships we build with our customers, drivers and subcontractors, and we are looking for someone who understands the importance of maintaining those standards in a busy transport office.

We are now looking for an experienced Fleet Manager to join the business and take responsibility for managing and supporting the company fleet. This is a key role within the operation and would suit someone with strong practical fleet knowledge, a compliance‑focused mindset and experience working within a busy haulage, container transport or logistics environment.

As Fleet Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our vehicles and trailers are maintained, compliant, roadworthy, cost‑effective and available to meet the needs of the business.

This is not a basic vehicle administration role. We are looking for someone who understands the pace and pressure of transport operations, the importance of vehicle uptime, and the standards required to support operator licence compliance.

The exact salary, responsibilities and level of accountability will depend on the candidate’s experience, skills and suitability. For the right person, this is an excellent opportunity to bring structure, reliability and practical fleet management experience into a growing transport business.

• Managing the day‑to‑day requirements of the company fleet
• Ensuring vehicles and trailers are maintained, compliant and roadworthy
• Planning and monitoring servicing, MOTs, safety inspections and preventative maintenance
• Managing vehicle defects and ensuring issues are resolved quickly and properly
• Liaising with drivers regarding vehicle condition, defects, maintenance and availability
• Working closely with the transport office to ensure vehicles are available for planned work
• Liaising with garages, suppliers, repair agents and service providers
• Monitoring vehicle downtime and helping minimise disruption to the operation
• Ensuring fleet compliance records are accurate, complete and up to date
• Supporting operator licence compliance and transport legislation requirements
• Monitoring maintenance costs and helping identify cost‑saving opportunities
• Arranging breakdown support and repairs where required
• Managing tyre, fuel, servicing and general fleet‑related requirements
• Supporting vehicle inspections and audit preparation
• Ensuring all relevant paperwork and system records are completed accurately
• Helping improve fleet processes, reporting and overall efficiency
• Supporting management with fleet performance, compliance and cost reporting
• Working calmly and effectively in a fast‑paced haulage environment

• Previous fleet management experience within haulage, transport or logistics is essential
• Strong understanding of HGV fleet maintenance and compliance requirements
• Experience managing vehicles, trailers, defects, inspections, servicing and MOT schedules
• Good knowledge of operator licence responsibilities and transport compliance
• Experience dealing with drivers, workshops, garages, suppliers and repair agents
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to work well under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Confidence using systems, spreadsheets and fleet or transport records
• Ability to use initiative and make practical decisions
• A reliable, proactive and flexible approach
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Good understanding of the demands of a busy haulage operation
• Experience with in container transport is beneficial

• Salary of £30,000 - £50,000 per year, dependent on experience
• 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance enrolment
• Company Pension Scheme
• Opportunity to join a growing transport and logistics business
• Role and responsibilities shaped around experience and ability

This is a full‑time, permanent position. Additional hours may be required due to the nature of the transport industry and operational demands.

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Fleet Manager who understands haulage, compliance, vehicle availability and the importance of keeping a busy transport operation moving.

If you have the right fleet management experience and are looking for a practical, hands‑on role within a growing transport and logistics business, we would like to hear from you.