This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Transport Manager to join one of the UK’s largest collectors and sorters of used clothing, shoes, and textiles whose mission is to efficiently manage the movement of recyclable textiles while maintaining the highest standards in logistics, safety, and environmental compliance.
Role Overview:
As the Transport Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all transportation operations within the recycling division. You will manage fleet logistics, driver compliance, and route planning, ensuring smooth coordination between collection sites and recycling facilities. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong operational oversight, compliance management, and health & safety enforcement.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supervise a team consisting of a depot supervisor and 7 forklift truck operators.
* Oversee the daily movement of 12 to 15 subcontracted HGVs visiting the site, ensuring a smooth unloading and delivery processes.
* Recruit, train, and manage transport staff to maintain high performance and compliance
* Plan and optimise all collection routes to maximise efficiency.
* Organise all vehicle movements, planning collections and deliveries of textiles
* Oversee a subcontracted fleet of HGV’s from multiply companies
* Implement and enforce best practices for safe operations.
* Monitor transportation costs and implement cost-saving strategies while maintaining service quality.
* Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to improve logistical efficiency.
* Working to KPI’s ensure all work is completed on time and targets are achieved
Requirements:
* Proven experience in transport management within logistics, recycling, or a similar sector.
* Experience in route planning, driver supervision, and depot management.
* Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate teams.
* Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
* A relevant transport qualification (CPC Transport Management) is desirable.
For more information or to apply please contact Chase Taylor Recruitment quoting reference MM6102