Irlam Associates are seeking a proven and experienced Transport Manager (Permanent Nights) within the fast paced world of parcels with a great client of ours.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading name in the parcel delivery sector, overseeing a high-volume, time‑critical night operation where performance, compliance, and service excellence are paramount.
The Role
As Transport Manager, you will be responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the night transport operation, ensuring all collections and deliveries are executed on time and in full. You will lead a team of drivers and supervisors within a fast‑moving hub environment, driving operational performance while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.
Key responsibilities include
- Full operational control of the night transport function
- Leading, motivating and developing transport and driver teams
- Ensuring compliance with all transport legislation, including O Licence requirements and driver hours regulations
- Managing route planning, load optimisation and vehicle utilisation
- Driving on‑time performance and service level agreements
- Liaising with internal stakeholders and client contacts to ensure smooth operation flow
- Monitoring KPIs and implementing continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensuring health & safety standards are consistently upheld across the operation
The Candidate
We are looking for a hands‑on, experienced Transport Manager who thrives in a high‑pressure, time‑critical environment. You will ideally have:
- Proven experience within parcel, express logistics or high‑volume transport operations
- Strong leadership background managing drivers and transport teams
- Excellent understanding of transport compliance and legislation
- Experience working permanent night shifts or within 24/7 operations
- A proactive, solutions‑focused approach with strong decision‑making ability
- CPC National/International (preferred or required depending on client)
The Package
- Competitive salary dependent on experience (GBP50k - GBP60K)
- Permanent night shift pattern offering stability and consistency
- Opportunity to work with a leading parcel logistics business
- Career development within a growing and fast‑paced sector
- Strong operational support structure and modern transport systems
If you are a driven Transport Manager looking for your next challenge in a high‑energy parcel environment, we would love to hear from you.
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