Transport Operations Manager


Company:	Search Consultancy LTD
Salary:	£50,000 to £50,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Inverness, IV1 1SG
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	11 Sept 2026
Closing date:	18 Sept 2026

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Summary

Transport Operations Manager - Inverness

£50,000 per annum

Monday - Friday, Day Shift

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and driven

Transport Operations Manager to take overall responsibility for the transport operation at our Inverness depot. Leading a team of 25, you will be responsible for delivering a safe, compliant, efficient and customer-focused transport operation.

Key Responsibilities

Take overall management for the day-to-day transport operation at depot level.

Lead, coach and develop 2 Transport Managers and 1 Transport Coordinator and 22 drivers, ensuring high standards of performance, conduct and engagement.

Take ownership of the

legal and regulatory compliance of the transport operation, ensuring all statutory requirements are consistently met.

Take responsibility for

transport budgets and financial performance, ensuring expenditure is controlled and aligned with agreed business requirements

Manage workforce planning, driver resource and operational capacity in line with business demand and budgetary requirements

Maintain a strong health & safety culture across people, vehicles, processes and behaviours

Oversee fleet standards and ensure vehicles are maintained, compliant and operated safely

Manage performance, absence, conduct and disciplinary matters

Ensure operational standards and customer service levels are consistently maintained

Lead by example, promoting a culture of accountability, high performance and continuous improvement

Qualifications and Skills

Must hold a valid Transport Manager CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence)

Proven experience in a transport management or senior transport leadership role

Strong knowledge of transport legislation and compliance, Operator Licence requirements, Working Time Directive, driver hours and tachograph compliance

Package and Benefits

Competitive salary:

£50,000 per annum, negotiable depending on experience

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy more

Company pension scheme - contribute 4% and we'll match you, increasing to up to 6% after year 1

Life cover

Health plan with money back on everyday medical costs for all the family

And many more additional benefits

If you are an experienced transport leader looking for your next challenge and have the leadership, commercial and compliance experience required to manage a busy transport operation, along with a

Transport Manager CPC, apply now!

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

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