Transport Manager

Salary: -45,00050,000

Location: Oxfordshire and South Northants

An established, family-run plant and tool hire organisation with over 30 years of industry experience is seeking a Transport Manager to join their close-knit, service-driven team two depots based in Oxfordshire and South Northants. This business offers a friendly, collaborative environment with strong values and long-term stability.

OVERVIEW

• Overseeing all transport operations, ensuring timely delivery and collection of plant and tool hire equipment
• Planning and coordinating fleet schedules and routes to maximise efficiency and reduce costs
• Managing vehicle compliance with DVSA, FORS, and operator licence regulations
• Implementing maintenance and preventative care programs for all vehicles
• Leading, training, and managing drivers and transport staff
• Maintaining excellent communication between transport teams, customers, and operations
• Monitoring KPIs such as vehicle utilisation, on-time deliveries, and fuel efficiency
• Promoting a strong health and safety culture across all transport activities

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience within the plant transport or related equipment hire sector
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Experience with hire software (Syrinx) desirable
• Proven team management and leadership capabilities
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks

SALARY & BENEFITS

• -45,00050,000 salary
• Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm
• Company pension
• Employee and store discounts
• On-site parking
• Supportive working environment with long-term progression potential

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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