TRANSPORT MANAGER – INTERNATIONAL ROAD FREIGHT

Location: Dover Area
Salary: £60,000 DOE
Monday–Friday Days | 1 in 3 Saturdays | On-Call Rota

International CPC Holders Only

An established road freight operator in the Dover area is seeking an experienced Transport Manager with a valid International CPC to take full responsibility for its transport operation.

Applications without an International CPC will not be considered.

This is a senior, hands-on leadership role overseeing fleet compliance, driver performance and day-to-day operational control within a busy UK and European road freight environment.

The Role

• Full O-licence compliance responsibility

• Oversight of UK & European transport operations

• Management of HGV Class 1 driver performance and standards

• Monitoring driver hours, tachograph compliance and WTD

• Leading recruitment, inductions and driver development

• Handling disciplinaries and maintaining operational discipline

• Managing vehicle availability, maintenance planning and workshop liaison

• Investigating vehicle, trailer or load damage and implementing corrective action

• Working closely with senior management to improve utilisation and efficiency

This role carries genuine authority and accountability.

Essential Requirements

• Valid International CPC (mandatory)

• Proven Transport Manager experience within UK / European road freight

• Strong working knowledge of transport legislation and compliance

• Experience managing drivers within a fast-paced freight environment

• Previous Class 1 (C+E) licence advantageous

• Confident, credible leader who can uphold standards

This is not a step-up role — we are looking for an experienced operator.

Why Apply?

• £60,000 salary + long-term stability

• Established freight operation with consistent volumes

• Senior-level responsibility with real influence

• Opportunity to lead and shape standards

Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality.

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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