Average Transport Manager salary in Manchester

We're looking for an enthusiastic Transport Manager to oversee a fast-paced transport operation. This role requires a strong focus on efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness across trunking and final-mile delivery. Client Details The company has a broad reach across the UK with this role playing a vital role at their North-West hub in Bolton. They are known for their commitment to quality, innovation, and employee satisfaction. Description The role of Transport Manager in Bolton will involve: Overseeing day-to-day transport operations.Ensuring compliance with relevant transport laws and regulations.Leading and motivating the transport team to meet company objectives.Implementing strategies to increase efficiency and reduce costs.Managing relationships with external transport providers.Maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.Preparing and presenting transport operation reports. Profile A successful Transport Manager should have: Proven experience in a transport management role.A transport management CPC.The ability to manage all functions of the day-to-day transport operation.Strong knowledge of transport regulations and safety standards.Excellent leadership and team management skills, including driver management.Enthusiasm and hunger to progress and drive forward the transport operation.Knowledge around the finances of a transport operation. Job Offer The role of Transport Manager benefits from: An excellent salary of £52,000-£55,000 (dependant on experience).A bonus scheme.Private medical cover.Pension scheme. If you're passionate about Transport and excited to make a real impact as a Transport Manager, we encourage you to apply for this Bolton-based role in the Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain industry.

Transport Operations Manager Manchester £40,000-£45,000 per annum DOE We are seeking an experienced and driven Transport Operations Manager to oversee and continually improve the transport operation in Manchester. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the site, vehicles, and drivers remain compliant with legal and company standards, while managing the associated Operator's Licence (O-License). What will the role involve? Oversee all areas of the transport and ISP operation, including the night planning team and returns function.Lead and manage the operational team to ensure excellent service delivery to both internal and external customers.Proactively manage resources and plan effectively to meet demand.Develop and maintain contingency plans, ensuring these are clearly documented and communicated.Maintain high standards of housekeeping and ensure timely reporting to clients in line with SLAs or agreed timeframes.Foster strong communication practices at all levels.Review and improve current procedures and working practices to enhance efficiency.Ensure optimal staff utilisation and effective task allocation across the operation.Promote a high standard of Health & Safety within the operation, in line with relevant legislation.Uphold site security measures and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on operational activities.Support the development and training of staff to encourage skill growth and career progression.Assist in building and maintaining excellent customer service levels.Prepare and submit KPIs and operational reports for senior management.Manage the download, monitoring, and actions relating to driver and vehicle tachographs.Oversee vehicle, FLT, and equipment maintenance and testing schedules.Support recruitment, training, and development of drivers.Mentor and coach operational staff.Control and manage purchasing, cost control, and budget areas including agency labour, equipment, uniforms, training, and testing.Monitor compliance with relevant standards such as CAA regulations, FORS, and ISO9001.Investigate and report on accidents and near misses.Report and control direct operational costs.Assist the Depot Manager in all operational aspects as needed.Act as the FORS champion and lead initiatives as required.Ensure compliance with Health, Safety and Welfare legislation in collaboration with the compliance team. What will you ideally bring to the role? Strong management background within the logistics or transport industry.In-depth knowledge of logistics and freight forwarding operations.Sound understanding of aviation security.Up-to-date CPC qualification in Road Haulage Operations.Proficient in tachograph analysis software.Solid understanding of Health & Safety practices in a logistics environment.Strong UK geographical knowledge, particularly in the North of England.Experience planning and routing multi-drop vehicle operations.IT literate, with good working knowledge of relevant systems.Ability to manage, prioritise, and delegate effectively.Resilient under pressure and flexible with working hours.Strong customer focus and people management skills.Excellent communication and organisational abilities. If you are a dedicated and experienced Transport Operations Manager looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Want to recruit a similar role? Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK or to discuss how we can find talent for your business then please visit www.castuk.com

Transport Admin Wanted In HEYWOOD! Logistics People are looking for Transport Admin at our Great Bear Heywood depot. Location: Heywood, OL10 2TR  Working Hours: 5 days from 7, rotating shifts - 10 hours between 06:00 and 18:00 Pay Rate: £14.57 P/hr As a Transport Admin for Logistics People your role will consist of various duties including but not limited to: Administration and data entry to maintain TMS systems, reports and HR systems.Inputting and monitoring drivers’ holidays and sickness absence, maintaining the time-keeping and attendance system.Creating and providing daily customer reports for the Transport department / Management team.Using the TMS’s available, monitor drivers on day performance insuring that all deliveries and collections are made on day, or escalated if there are foreseen issues.Receiving and monitoring phone calls from customers, drivers and other onsite departments.Deliver effective pre and de-brief, making sure all associated legal compliance undertakings are upheld.Retrieve all POD’s for all customer orders, both from sub con and own fleet.Providing various reports / spreadsheets for internal departments in a timely mannerSupport the department with all other associated O licence requirements, for example, defect reporting, safety brief sign offs. Our ideal candidate: Excellent administration skills and attention to detailExcellent communication skills and ability to succeed in a pressurised environmentAble to work using own initiative and with little supervisionGood knowledge of MS Office, in particular Excel, Word, Outlook (or equivalent)Previous experience gained in a similar role is preferred but not essentialExperience in an FMCG environment is desirable What are the benefits of working for Logistics People? 24/7 on-site supportCareer progression opportunitiesModern FacilitiesGreat Rates Of Pay DON’T BE SHY!! APPLY – SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TODAY Click to Apply OR Email us your CV To