Transport Line Manager – Belfast

Company: VANRATH
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Location: Belfast
Job Description:

Transport Line Manager

Belfast | Up to £41,000 DOE + 5% Bonus

Are you an experienced Transport Manager looking to take the next step in your career with one of Northern Ireland’s leading logistics operations?

We’re recruiting for a Transport Line Manager to join a busy distribution site where you’ll play a key role in leading transport operations, developing your team and ensuring the safe, efficient delivery of goods across the network.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Transport professional who enjoys leading from the front, driving operational performance and delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced environment.

What’s on Offer?

  • Salary up to £41,000 depending on experience

  • 5% annual performance bonus

  • Rotating shifts:

    • 06:00 – 14:30

    • 14:00 – 22:00

  • Excellent opportunities for career progression

  • Ongoing training and professional development

  • Company benefits and employee discount schemes

  • Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment

The Role

As Transport Line Manager, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day management of a busy transport operation, ensuring deliveries are completed safely, legally and on time while maintaining high operational standards.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading, motivating and developing a large team of drivers and transport colleagues

  • Managing daily transport operations to maximise efficiency and customer service

  • Ensuring compliance with transport legislation, driver hours, tachograph regulations and Health & Safety requirements

  • Monitoring operational performance through KPIs and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement

  • Managing departmental budgets, payroll and resource planning

  • Building strong working relationships across transport, warehouse and wider operational teams

  • Supporting strategic initiatives to improve service, efficiency and overall operational performance

About You

You’ll be an experienced transport professional with a proven track record of managing teams within a fast-paced logistics or distribution environment.

You’ll ideally have:

  • A valid Transport Manager CPC (National & International)

  • At least 3 years’ experience working within a national logistics or distribution operation

  • Experience managing transport teams in a high-volume, customer-focused environment

  • Strong knowledge of transport legislation, tachographs, Health & Safety and HACCP

  • Experience managing KPIs, budgets and operational performance

  • Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills

  • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office (experience with Stratum or CSNX would be advantageous)

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a well-established organisation that values its people, invests in leadership development and offers genuine opportunities to progress your career. If you’re passionate about transport operations, continuous improvement and developing high-performing teams, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact VANRATH for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.

Benefits:+5% Bonus with CPC!

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Posted: July 8th, 2026