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Transport Manager

Job in Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1, England, UK
Listing for: WR Logistics
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-14
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
  • Management
    General Management, Contracts Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 50000 GBP Yearly GBP 50000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Transport Manager

Manchester

Up to £50,000 per annum

I currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Transport Manager to join a leading food and drink distributor at their Manchester site. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong transport professional to step in to a key leadership role within a well-established and growing business.

The Role

The Transport Manager will be responsible for managing transport operations, leading the team and ensuring full compliance across the fleet. This is a hands‑on role with accountability for people, vehicles and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and lead the transport team, including recruitment, training, and performance management
  • Oversee daily transport operations to ensure efficiency, service levels, and compliance
  • Ensure full compliance with transport legislation, operator licence requirements, and health & safety standards
  • Manage the commercial vehicle fleet, including servicing, MOTs, inspections, and repairs
  • Oversee pallet and cage control
  • Manage incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actions
  • Monitor performance, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives
Requirements
  • Strong transport management experience is essential
  • Proven knowledge of transport compliance, legislation, and health & safety
  • Experience leading and managing teams
  • Experience with in food service transport would be advantageous
  • CPC qualification desirable but not essential
  • Organised, proactive, and confident working in a fast‑paced transport environment
Package & Benefits
  • Salary: up to £50,000 per annum
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Health plan
  • Life cover
  • High street discount scheme
  • Excellent training, development and internal progression opportunities

Interested? Apply now with an up‑to‑date CV to be considered for this exciting Transport Manager opportunity.

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