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Transport & Yard Manager – Perth, UK
Our client operates a modern, well‑equipped facility in Perth, dedicated to delivering high standards of safety, compliance, and operational excellence. They pride themselves on fostering a positive working environment that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to contribute to a forward‑thinking company that makes a tangible difference in environmental stewardship and community service.
Job Responsibilities
- Oversee the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of transport and yard activities at the Perth site.
- Lead a team comprising six drivers, yard operatives, and a Team Leader, providing clear operational direction and support.
- Ensure all transport activities adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, including transport legislation and site‑based compliance standards.
- Manage yard operations, including traffic management, stock control, and material handling, to optimise workflow and productivity.
- Maintain high standards of site discipline, housekeeping, and vehicle compliance to promote a safe working environment.
- Implement and monitor health, safety, and environmental policies, fostering a safety‑first culture across all operations.
- Drive operational performance improvements through continuous review and process optimisation.
- Handle performance management, conduct issues, and staff development to build a motivated and accountable team.
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless operations and customer satisfaction.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Proven experience in transport, yard, or operational management within waste, recycling, logistics, or heavy industry sectors.
- Strong understanding of transport legislation, compliance standards, and site‑based operational procedures.
- Full UK driving licence is essential.
- Transport Manager CPC qualification is highly desirable.
- IOSH Managing Safety or equivalent health and safety certification is desirable.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple operational tasks effectively.
- Confident leadership and people management skills, with experience handling performance and conduct matters.
- Strong communication skills, capable of engaging with operational teams and senior management alike.
- Practical knowledge of traffic management, vehicle compliance, and material handling processes.
- Calm, professional, and solutions‑focused approach to problem‑solving.
Company: Brook Street
Location: Perth
Job Description:
Transport & Yard Manager – Perth, UK
Our client operates a modern, well‑equipped facility in Perth, dedicated to delivering high standards of safety, compliance, and operational excellence. They pride themselves on fostering a positive working environment that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to contribute to a forward‑thinking company that makes a tangible difference in environmental stewardship and community service.
Job Responsibilities
- Oversee the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of transport and yard activities at the Perth site.
- Lead a team comprising six drivers, yard operatives, and a Team Leader, providing clear operational direction and support.
- Ensure all transport activities adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, including transport legislation and site‑based compliance standards.
- Manage yard operations, including traffic management, stock control, and material handling, to optimise workflow and productivity.
- Maintain high standards of site discipline, housekeeping, and vehicle compliance to promote a safe working environment.
- Implement and monitor health, safety, and environmental policies, fostering a safety‑first culture across all operations.
- Drive operational performance improvements through continuous review and process optimisation.
- Handle performance management, conduct issues, and staff development to build a motivated and accountable team.
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless operations and customer satisfaction.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Proven experience in transport, yard, or operational management within waste, recycling, logistics, or heavy industry sectors.
- Strong understanding of transport legislation, compliance standards, and site‑based operational procedures.
- Full UK driving licence is essential.
- Transport Manager CPC qualification is highly desirable.
- IOSH Managing Safety or equivalent health and safety certification is desirable.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple operational tasks effectively.
- Confident leadership and people management skills, with experience handling performance and conduct matters.
- Strong communication skills, capable of engaging with operational teams and senior management alike.
- Practical knowledge of traffic management, vehicle compliance, and material handling processes.
- Calm, professional, and solutions‑focused approach to problem‑solving.
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Posted: May 21st, 2026