26/02/2026
Transport Manager
Gravesend (DA12)
£35,000 - £50,000 depending on experience
We’re recruiting an experienced Transport Manager to oversee daily transport operations, fleet management, and driver compliance. You’ll ensure safe, efficient deliveries across multiple sites while keeping the fleet fully compliant with O‑Licence, CPC, and transport legislation.
Key Responsibilities
Managing 20 vehicles, with a potential flex of an additional 10 in the coming months, and up to 20 drivers.
Plan daily delivery schedules and allocate drivers/vehicles
Optimise routes and reduce empty mileage
Oversee fleet maintenance, servicing, inspections, and compliance
Manage drivers: training, onboarding, performance, licences, CPC
Monitor fuel usage, costs, and telematics data
Produce transport and fleet performance reports
Liaise with workshops, suppliers, and logistics partners
What We’re Looking For
Experience as a Transport Manager, Fleet Manager, or Logistics Manager
Strong knowledge of transport regulations, HGV operations, and vehicle maintenance
Confident with route planning, telematics, and fleet systems
Excellent leadership and organisational skills
Previous experience working for a growing small to medium sized company, with experience of developing policy, practices, and processes in a multi-disciplined group operation would be highly beneficial.
Benefits
23 days holiday + bank holidays
Additional holiday each year (up to 27 days)
Pension
Free on‑site parking
Regular team‑building treats/events
Working hours are Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm
If you’re an experienced Transport Manager looking for a stable, rewarding role, this is what you have been looking for. Please send your most up to date cv to info@firstcityrecruitment.co.uk