Transport Manager
5 days ago
What does a transport manager do? As a transport manager you are responsible for helping to ensure that all goods and passengers reach their destinations safely. Responsibilities Making sure vehicles are properly maintained Inspecting vehicles Arranging repairs and routine maintenance Ensuring that all drivers and operators have the correct, up to date qualifications Reducing the risk of vehicle overloading Maintaining and completing accurate records Keeping schedules and organising team members How to become a transport manager As this is a managerial position, an undergraduate degree is usually required. For some positions you'll also need to have a masters degree, or chartered status with a relevant body. However, experience is often very important too, so entrants with other qualifications may be considered. Although this role may have certain qualification requirements, many employers are more interested in people who are enthusiastic, willing to learn and can follow instructions. You may need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme card to work on a construction site. University Some Employers Will Expect You To Have An Undergraduate Degree, Or Equivalent, To Join As a Transport Manager. Relevant Subjects Include: Engineering Logistics Business management Town planning Environmental studies Civil engineering Many graduates go on to do a postgraduate qualification in transport planning approved by the Transport Planning Society. Equivalent entry requirements explained Find a university course Funding advice Work If you have experience within the transport management sector, you could apply directly to a construction company to gain onsite experience as a transport manager. You might start out as an assistant to a more experienced transport manager and progress as your abilities improve. Work experience Work experience is essential to gaining employment within the construction industry. You could gain this at school, or by working weekends and holidays with a company or relative who works as a transport manager. Potential employers will always be pleased to see work experience listed on your CV. Find out more about work experience Skills Knowledge of transport methods, costs and benefits Maths knowledge Knowledge of engineering, science and technology Design skills and knowledge Analytical thinking skills Ability to work well with others Complex problem-solving skills Good attention to detail Qualifications GCSE 9-5 including Maths and English, some may require A Levels, a project management qualification and previous experience Scottish National 5 A-C including Maths and English, A Levels and previous experience GCSE A*-C including Maths and English, some may require A Levels and previous experience Salary The expected salary for a transport manager varies as you become more experienced. Newly trained transport managers can start at £28,000 Trained with experience transport managers can earn up to £60,000* Salaries depend on location, employer, level of responsibility, any overtime you may do, and whether you have completed an industry recognised training route. Salaries have been collected from multiple industry sources #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Transport Manager
2 weeks ago
Peterborough, United Kingdom Go Construct Full timeReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Go Construct by 2x What does a transport manager do? As a transport manager you are responsible for helping to ensure that all goods and passengers reach their destinations safely. Responsibilities Making sure vehicles are properly maintained Inspecting vehicles Arranging repairs and routine maintenance...
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Transport Supervisor
5 days ago
Peterborough, United Kingdom Page Personnel Logistics Full timeA world leading transport business - Upon a growing site with great opportunities for progression... **Client Details** My client is a world-leading transport and logistics solutions business who are looking for their next Transport Supervisor in the growing a base in the Peterborough location. Their transport fleet is currently undergoing large scale...
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Transport Coordinator
2 weeks ago
Peterborough, United Kingdom City Auction Group Full timeKey Responsibilities: - Coordinate and schedule vehicle transport operations, ensuring timely deliveries and collections. - Communicate with drivers, clients, and internal teams to provide updates and resolve any transport-related issues. - Maintain accurate records of vehicle movements, transport schedules, and compliance documentation. - Monitor and track...
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Transport Modeller
2 weeks ago
Peterborough, United Kingdom Go Construct Full timeTransport Modeller – Go Construct Join to apply for the Transport Modeller role at Go Construct. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing by 2x. What does a transport modeller do? As a transport modeller, you will carry out research and use computer modelling to design new road and motorway systems or predict the impact on existing roads of...
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Transport Planner
7 days ago
Peterborough, United Kingdom M Group Services Full time**Transport Planner** **Peterborough** 28 days' annual leave plus 8 days' bank holiday Pension scheme / Life Assurance Holiday purchase scheme Referral scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee discount platform Milestone Infrastructure is currently looking to recruit a Transport Planner to work on our Peterborough Highway Services contract in...
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Transport Coordinator
5 days ago
Peterborough, United Kingdom EPD Insulation Group Ltd Full time**Job Type**: Full-time **Salary**: £26,500.00 per year **Schedule**: Monday to Friday - 08:00 to 17:00 **Work Location**: Orton Southgate, Peterborough, PE2 6YG **Full Job Description** EPD insulation Group Ltd is an independent, family run, insulation specialist established in 2011. Since then, we have grown to become one of the leading independent...
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Transport Coordinator
2 weeks ago
Peterborough, United Kingdom AB Texel UK Ltd Full timeWe are currently recruiting for a Transport Coordinator to join our dynamic team. AB Texel UK Ltd transports agricultural bulk goods, mainly potatoes, to various factories across the UK and EU. Our Transport Coordinator plays an important part in the process of getting the products we transport to the final customer, while also ensuring we deliver a high...
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Transport Assistant
2 weeks ago
Peterborough, United Kingdom 911 Staffing Ltd Full timeWe are currently recruiting a Transport Assistant for a family run Logistics Company in the Peterborough area. **What's in it for me**: - Monday to Friday - No Weekends! - 9am -5pm - Based in Peterborough - £13.00 per hour - Immediate start **About the Transport Assistant Role**: The role of the Transport Assistant plays a key part in supporting the...
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Transport Supervisor
2 weeks ago
Peterborough, United Kingdom XPO Full timeTransport SupervisorXPO is seeking a full‑time, permanent Transport Supervisor to oversee the day‑to‑day running of site transport operations. The successful candidate will coordinate and direct a team of drivers and administrative staff, implement the agreed strategy, and fulfil the contractual transport schedule accurately and efficiently in line...
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HGV Driver
1 week ago
Peterborough, United Kingdom Maritime Transport Full timeJoin a winning team. A choice of shifts are available in our Distribution Division Nights (4on/4off) in one of the most successful transport companies in the UK. Please note that 2 years recent CE / Class 1 experience is the minimum requirement to be considered for this role.Pay and Benefits Average weekly earnings for all wage deals 900 with the highest...
