Defence Transport Manager — Lead Safe, Efficient MT Ops

Babcock Canada Inc.; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor in the United Kingdom is seeking a Transport Manager to oversee and optimize all transport operations at their Wyton site. Responsibilities include managing compliance for transport services, driving improvements, and leading a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in road transport management, a CPC, and a full UK driving licence. This full-time role offers competitive benefits, including a matched contribution pension scheme and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to Digital GP

Employee shopping savings portal

Payment of Professional Fees

10-days special paid leave for reservists

Holiday Trading benefit

‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of SHEF practices and procedures.
• Experience with Tri-Service or MoD practices.
• Proven managerial experience in a transport environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage, control and coordinate all transport operations.
• Act as named Transport Manager and CPC Holder.
• Ensure full compliance across all transport activities.
• Drive innovation and improvements in working practices.
• Monitor, review and optimise fleet performance.

Skills

Knowledge of SHEF practices

Strong understanding of MS Office tools

Familiarity with Tri-Service and MoD practices

Proven managerial experience

Education

Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Considerable experience in road transport management

Full clean UK driving licence

Job description

A leading defence contractor in the United Kingdom is seeking a Transport Manager to oversee and optimize all transport operations at their Wyton site. Responsibilities include managing compliance for transport services, driving improvements, and leading a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in road transport management, a CPC, and a full UK driving licence. This full-time role offers competitive benefits, including a matched contribution pension scheme and opportunities for professional development.