Transport Manager

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• East Suffolk Services Limited, Ufford Depot (IP13 6ET
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• £39,152 - £42,839 per annum
• 37 hours per week
• Permanent

East Suffolk Services Limited is a growing and ambitious company delivering essential local services across the district. Since launching in July 2023, we’ve made strong progress and built a dedicated team committed to making a real difference in our communities.

We’re now looking for a Transport Manager to join our Fleet Management team.

In this important role, you’ll be named on the Vehicle Operator Licence (O’ Licence) and work closely with our Senior Transport Manager to ensure full legal compliance under the Department for Transport’s statutory responsibilities.

You’ll ensure our vehicles are operated safely and legally, support managers with guidance and training, and help build a strong safety culture across the organisation. You’ll also contribute to accident investigations and play a key role in maintaining accurate compliance records and reports.

You will need a Certificate in Professional Competence (CPC) in Road Haulage (National) and a full UK Driving Licence with Category B entitlement.

You will also have knowledge of operator licensing requirements and legislation, and proven excellent communication, decision making and problem‑solving skills.

If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t meet all of the essential requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

East Suffolk Services Limited is a great place to work and there are lots of benefits our employees can access.

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• A wide variety of staff support networks including access to health and wellbeing initiatives and programmes.
• Discounts on mobile phones, computers, holiday and travel, fashion and clothing, health and beauty and many other products and services.

For an informal discussion regarding this post, please contact Jason Bowling - Senior Transport Manager

Closing date: 6 March 2026 11:30pm

Interview date: w/c 16 March 2026

Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (docx)

Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement template (docx). Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification. Please use the template provided (other formats will not be accepted).

Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.

For more information, check out the

How to Apply

section of our Career Site (URL).

East Suffolk Services Limited, a brand-new company launched on 1st July 2023, is an exciting place to work, delivering essential local services across the district.

We hugely value our staff and know that in order for us to remain successful, it is essential for us to look after our employees, developing and retaining them within the organisation.

We are therefore committed to investing in our staff and providing first‑class support to ensure a positive culture and rewarding careers.