Transport Manager

XPO Logistics, Inc.; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Nottingham is seeking a proactive Transport Manager to oversee logistics operations, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in transport management, excellent leadership skills, and a strong understanding of compliance and safety standards. This role offers a salary of up to £45,000, 25 days holiday, and various perks.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Cycle-to-work scheme

Workplace pension

High street discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport or logistics management.
• Strong understanding of transport compliance and HR processes.
• Excellent knowledge of RTWTD and tachograph regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of transport road legislation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee vehicle and driver compliance, conducting weekly audits.
• Manage training schedules and ensure team certifications are up to date.
• Investigate accidents and ensure thorough documentation.
• Monitor driver hours and comply with Working Time Directive.
• Manage HR responsibilities including absence management.

Skills

Transport management

Compliance knowledge

People management

Health & safety standards

Communication skills

Leadership

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

We’re looking for a proactive and detail‑driven Transport Manager to lead our logistics operations for the Ibstock contract at XPO. This role is ideal for someone with strong compliance knowledge, people management skills, and a passion for operational excellence.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £45,000 per annum. In addition, we offer 25 days holiday (with the option to buy additional days), access to a variety of high street discounts, a cycle‑to‑work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Oversee vehicle and driver compliance, conducting weekly audits and ensuring all legal and company standards are met.
• Manage training schedules and audits, ensuring all team members are up to date with required certifications and briefings.
• Lead FORS compliance efforts and ensure readiness for audits.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, ensuring thorough documentation and QHSE reporting via Evotix.
• Monitor driver hours and Working Time Directive compliance using Tachomaster, working closely with the Compliance Manager.
• Manage HR responsibilities including absence management, welfare reviews, occupational health referrals, and disciplinary/grievance processes.
• Ensure payroll accuracy through timesheet entry and resolution of pay queries.
• Track and report backhaul activities, providing data to Finance and supporting operational reporting through PowerPoint presentations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships across XPO and Ibstock sites.
• Champion safety by ensuring all tools and procedures are used effectively and consistently.
• Support continuous improvement through regular team meetings, AMP reviews, and toolbox talks.

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• Proven experience in transport or logistics management.
• Strong understanding of transport compliance, HR processes, and health & safety standards.
• Excellent knowledge of RTWTD, tachograph rules and regulations, and fleet maintenance.
• In‑depth knowledge of transport road legislation, operator licence compliance and digital tachographs.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive performance across a team.

We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and can bring their true selves to work. If you feel you don’t tick every box above but have the necessary skills, please reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. We welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO and encourage applications from all backgrounds and identities.

XPO is a leading provider of world‑class solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.

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