Transport Manager - #2184905

• Location: Sheffield
• Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 per annum
• Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 5:00pm. Saturday 7:00am – 12:00pm when required.

Due to continued expansion, we are recruiting an experienced, organised and proactive Transport Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of our client's transport department, fleet and garage operations.

This is a hands-on management role, taking responsibility for ensuring our HGV fleet is properly maintained, roadworthy, compliant and fit for purpose.

• Manage and organise the company's HGV fleet and vehicle availability.
• Ensure all vehicles are roadworthy, safe and fit for purpose.
• Liaise daily with the garage, HGV fitters and mechanics.
• Organise vehicle servicing, repairs, inspections and MOTs.
• Maintain vehicle files, service records, logbooks and compliance paperwork.
• Manage digital tachograph (Digi-Tacho) records and downloads.
• Monitor vehicle defects and ensure repairs are completed promptly.
• Order vehicle parts and coordinate maintenance requirements.
• Oversee and organise the transport office and administration.
• Ensure transport compliance and Operator's Licence requirements are maintained.
• Work closely with drivers, office staff and senior management to keep operations running efficiently.

• Valid Transport Manager CPC qualification (essential).
• Previous experience in a Transport Manager or fleet management role.
• Good knowledge of HGV maintenance and compliance.
• Understanding of Operator's Licence requirements and driver hours regulations.
• Experience with digital tachographs.
• Strong organisational, communication and administration skills.
• Confident managing mechanics, fitters and external garages.
• A hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to work independently.
• Experience in skip hire, waste management or haulage would be advantageous.

• £45,000 – £50,000 annual salary, depending on experience.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• A key management role within an established and growing business.
• The opportunity to take ownership of the company's transport and fleet operation.

We are looking for someone who can take control, stay organised, solve problems and ensure our fleet and transport department run efficiently every day.