Assistant Transport Manager

Overview

Assistant Transport Manager – Cantello Tayler Recruitment are recruiting for an Assistant Transport Manager to join a well-established and growing food service distribution business based in Uxbridge. This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of a busy transport department and ensuring all deliveries are completed safely, efficiently and in line with customer expectations. Working 11pm – 8am, 6 days a week (Monday – Saturday).

Competitive salary and benefits.

• Oversee daily transport operations and ensure all delivery SLAs and schedules are achieved
• Lead, manage and motivate a team of 40+ drivers and transport staff
• Ensure full compliance with all transport legislation, company policies and H&S requirements
• Monitor driver performance, conduct reviews and address absence or conduct issues
• Support route planning and operational efficiency improvements
• Ensure all vehicles and drivers remain fully compliant (licences, MOTs, servicing, insurance and legal requirements)
• Maintain clear communication between transport and other departments
• Manage rota scheduling, payroll submissions and annual leave processes
• Investigate and report on incidents, accidents and compliance issues
• Audit fuel card usage and support cost control measures
• Train, coach and develop new and existing transport staff
• Provide holiday and operational cover for the Transport Manager when required

• CPC qualified
• Valid UK Class 1 & 2 driving licence
• Minimum 5 years’ multi-drop delivery driving experience
• Previous transport or logistics supervisory experience
• Experience managing large driver teams (40+ staff)
• Strong knowledge of transport compliance and HGV operations
• Experience with in FMCG, food service, warehouse or distribution environments
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Confident managing performance and holding difficult conversations
• Flexible, hands-on approach with the ability to support operations when required