Assistant Transport Manager


Company:	D R Newitt
Salary:	£40,000 - £50,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	West London, NW10 7TB
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Jul 2026
Closing date:	28 Aug 2026

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Summary

West London

£40,000 – £50,000 per annum

Shift: Tuesday to Saturday

Industry: Food Multi-Drop Distribution

About the Role

Are you an experienced transport professional holding a valid Transport Manager CPC? Looking for a dynamic, growth-focused role where you can make a tangible impact on daily fleet operations?

We are recruiting an Assistant Transport Manager to join a rapidly expanding logistics operation based in West London.

Working closely with the Transport Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing a modern fleet of over 30 vehicles and a team of 55 drivers operating across London. With exciting expansion plans on the horizon—this is an outstanding opportunity for a proactive leader looking to progress their career.

Your Duties will Include;

• Manage daily transport operations to ensure peak efficiency, full fleet compliance, and seamless multi-drop delivery service across London.

• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of 55 drivers across multiple locations, taking an active role in recruitment, onboarding, engagement, and retention.

• Maintain strict compliance with Operator Licence requirements, tachograph regulations, vehicle maintenance schedules, and driver safety standards.

• Utilise route planning software and advanced Excel to analyse KPIs, optimise routes, reduce costs, and drive continuous operational improvements.

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