Fleet Manager

CLD is a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-security fence and gate systems, supplying across the UK and exporting globally. We combine innovation, engineering excellence and industry-leading customer service to deliver outstanding results for our customers. Our mission — Together We Make Safe — underpins everything we do.

We are seeking a highly driven, hands‑on Transport & Fleet Optimisation Manager to lead and continuously improve our transport operations across our Middlewich and Sandbach depots. This role is critical to ensuring our fleet operates safely, compliantly, efficiently and cost‑effectively, while maintaining our primary objective of delivering On‑Time and In‑Full (OTIF) performance for our customers.

• Provide strong day‑to‑day leadership and line management of the driver team, driving high performance, engagement and accountability
• Own and deliver full transport compliance, including tachograph management, driver hours, vehicle inspections, audits and all relevant legal obligations.
• Maintain, manage and continuously improve FORS (Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme) accreditation, ensuring ongoing compliance and audit readiness.
• Plan and optimise daily delivery routes to achieve maximum vehicle utilisation, optimal load fill and minimal wasted mileage
• Work closely with the Warehouse, Despatch and Planning teams to align dispatch schedules, production output and fleet availability
• Balance operational efficiency with the business priority of delivering customer orders On‑Time and In‑Full (OTIF).
• Source, onboard and manage subcontract hauliers and specialist transport contractors to provide additional capacity during peak periods or for specialist delivery requirements.
• Ensure all third‑party transport partners operate in line with CLD safety, compliance and service standards.

• Proven experience in Transport or Fleet Management within a fast‑paced operational environment knowledge of UK transport legislation.
• Excellent organisation and problem‑solving skills
• Clear and confident written and verbal communication
• Up‑to‑date working knowledge of UK transport legislation
• Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS)

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Hybrid working arrangement on request
• Supportive, values‑led culture