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Transport Manager

Job Posted: 13 days ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Epping, Essex

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Transport Manager to join a fast-paced, growing operation. This role would suit someone who can adapt to changing operational demands while maintaining high standards across compliance, service delivery, and team management.

You’ll be leading a close-knit team, with a Transport Planner and three Administrators reporting directly into you, ensuring all client requirements are delivered in line with SLAs.

The business specialises in liquid waste disposal, sewer clearing, septic tank maintenance, and hazardous waste removal, supported by a team experienced in industrial and hazardous waste handling.

Key Responsibilities:

  * Oversee the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring full compliance with Operator Licence requirements and CPC regulations.

  * Manage and support the Transport Planner and admin team, driving performance and accountability.

  * Oversee and manage a fleet of approximately 45–50 vehicles, ensuring optimal utilisation, compliance, and operational efficiency.

  * Develop and improve routing strategies to reduce fuel usage, emissions, and overall costs.

  * Ensure effective planning of drivers across both scheduled and reactive work.

  * Take responsibility for fleet compliance, including maintenance schedules, inspections.

  * Act as the main point of escalation for customer queries or service issues.

  * Implement and manage emergency response procedures for incidents such as spills or vehicle breakdowns.

  * Maintain accurate transport records and ensure all regulatory and audit requirements are met.

  * Participate in the on-call rota to support out-of-hours operations.

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 07:30 – 17:30

On-call: 1 in 3 / 4 weeks, paid at £650 per week

Package open (DOE)

Requirements:

  * Valid CPC (Transport Manager) qualification – essential

  * Previous experience within a similar industry (waste, utilities, environmental services or related) ideally but not essential.

  * Strong leadership experience, managing transport/planning teams

  * Good understanding of transport compliance and fleet operations

If you would like a confidential chat to discuss further please apply today or reach out to Beth Viard on LinkedIn

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