Average Transport Manager salary in the UK

Job Title: Senior Transport Planner Location: Ridham, Sittingbourne Salary: Competitive Job Type: Permanent, Full time Working Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5.30pm - Flexibility needed to be available out of hours due to the requirements of the contract. About Us: Countrystyle is a dynamic, privately owned resource management and waste recycling business. As part of our partnership with Southern Water, Countrystyle Recycling will supply haulage services for the movement of filter cake across Kent, Sussex and Hampshire. These core services will be delivered with a focus on sustainability, operational efficiency, and a commitment to exceptional service. We pride ourselves on being responsive, dependable, and always striving to exceed expectations. About the role: As the largest Rollon provider in Kent, you would be working closely with our Rollon supervisor, this planner position will be solely planning our Southern Water contract. Main Duties - Principle Responsibilities: Review, allocate and schedule jobs for the Roll-on fleet to maximise operational and logistical performance, using the Company's planning and operating systems.Liaise with drivers on a regular basis throughout the day to ensure effective vehicle resources are available and ensure safe vehicle operations.Review and support the optimisation of fleet resources and operations to improve profitability and customer service, ensuring all KPI'S are met.Implementation of road transport compliance policies, standards and procedures.Manage team of drivers in line with Company policies and procedures, including, where necessary, assisting with disciplinary mattersCommunicate with internal stakeholders, and external customers as required, to resolve all customer service queries.Ensure that all queries within the transport operation are dealt with in a timely manner and in accordance with agreed service level agreements.Ensure that fleet vehicles are available for scheduled services and compliant to use in all transport operations.Co-ordinate with fleet workshops (internal and external) over maintenance of vehicle defects raised by driversInput job requests raised accurately onto the job system.Liaise with Fleet Compliance team and coordinate the investigation of all road transport accidents.Liaise with Health and Safety team and coordinate the investigation of all personal injury accidents, as well as risk assessments of operations and customer sites.Ensure that all relevant toolbox talks issued by the Compliance team are delivered to the drivers in line with Company policy.Staff have a duty to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions at work.Staff must co-operate, report unsafe conditions and comply with the company management systems and safe systems of work as well as co-workers to help everyone meet their legal requirements. The above list is not exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. Job descriptions are regularly reviewed to ensure they are an accurate representation of the post. About you: Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications & Competencies: Strong organisational and planning skillsExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenExcellent people management skillsAble to prioritise workload and work under pressureGood geographic knowledgeProficient with MS Office to include Word, Excel and OutlookFull understanding of driver hours and driving regulationsPrevious experience in a planning role in a busy transport office environmentExperience of dealing with internal and external customers and service providersGCSE grade A-C level educationDemonstrate a positive and respectful attitude to othersDemonstrate teamwork and support of othersVersatility and willingness to learn Desirable Skills, Experience, Qualifications & Competencies: Knowledge of AMCS operating systemsHGV LicenceFull understanding of the London Lorry Control, ULEZ and Congestion zone rules and regulations.Previous experience in the Waste industryCPC Benefits: Life Insurance with access to GP24Commitment to wellbeing through Employee Assistance ProgrammeElectric Car salary sacrifice scheme for eligible employeesCycle to work schemeCompany EventsGymFlex salary sacrifice Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Logistics Planner, Fleet Supervisor, Transport Supervisor, Logistics coordinator, Transportation Manager, Transport Coordinator, Senior Logistics Coordinator may also be considered for this role.

New Position: Transport ManagerWe are seeking an experienced and qualified Transport Manager to oversee daily transport operations, ensuring compliance, safety, and efficiency across the fleet. This is a full-time role combining office-based management with some local driving duties around the Heathrow area.Location: Near HeathrowSalary: £38,000–£42,000 per year (depending on experience)Hours: Monday to FridayKey ResponsibilitiesOversee daily transport operations and driver schedulingEnsure compliance with transport legislation and operator licensingMaintain accurate vehicle and driver recordsLiaise with clients, airlines, and internal teamsUndertake local driving duties as neededLead and support the transport teamRequirementsTransport Manager CPC (Road Haulage)Class 2 (Category C) HGV licenceAbility to obtain a Heathrow airside pass (security clearance)Experience in a transport management or supervisory role, ideally within logistics or airport operationsStrong knowledge of compliance and health & safety regulationsExcellent communication and organisational skillsProfessional and proactive approachIf you are a Transport Manager looking for a new role with excellent benefits, please send us your CV.

We Are Recruiting! We are seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join our client’s busy and growing team based in Colnbrook. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong UK transport planning experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment.Transport Planner – ColnbrookSalary: Up to £35,000Hours: Monday–FridayShift Pattern: Rotating shifts between 8am–7pm, plus on-call every 5th weekKey ResponsibilitiesPlan and optimise daily routes for drivers across the UKPrepare accurate and competitive transport quotations for customersAllocate vehicles and drivers effectively to maximise utilisationLiaise with drivers daily brief and debrief them on routesMonitor deliveries, collections, and driver progress throughout the dayHandle last-minute changes or issues quickly and calmlyEnsure compliance with driver hours, WTD, tachograph rules, and all transport legislationMaintain accurate records, schedules, and reportsSupport fleet management tasks including MOT scheduling and vehicle maintenanceUse transport management systems software confidentlyKey Skills & ExperiencePrevious experience as a Transport Planner or within a transport/logistics environmentStrong knowledge of UK road networks and transport regulationsGood IT skillsExcellent communication and problem-solving skillsAbility to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environmentCustomer-focused with a proactive attitudeReliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of a teamIf this role sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you, apply today!