Recruit4staff
Recruit4staff are representing a leading waste management business in their search for a Head of Transport to cover the Northwest and the Midlands
Job Details:
- Pay: Up to £75,000 per annum
- Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, Days role
- Duration: Permanent
- Benefits: Company car, ongoing professional development, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Job Role: As Head of Transport, you will report directly to the Board of Directors, providing strategic leadership and oversight of all fleet and transport activities. The Head of Transport will lead a team of Transport Managers, ensuring compliance across Operator Licences, driving operational performance, and aligning fleet strategy with long-term business growth.
Essential Skills, Experience, or Qualifications:
- Proven senior leadership experience as a Head of Transport or similar within fleet, transport, or logistics
- Strong knowledge of Operator Licence compliance, DVSA regulations, and transport legislation
- Experience managing large commercial fleets within complex operations
- Demonstrated ability to lead multi-site teams and drive performance
- Strong financial and commercial acumen
- CPC qualification (National and/or International)
Advantageous Skills, Experience, or Qualifications
- Experience within the waste management industry
Additional Information
- Opportunity to lead and transform a growing national fleet operation
- High level of influence at Board and Executive level
Commutable From: Wrexham, Chester, Rowley Regis, Widnes, Bretton, Deeside
Similar Job Titles: Head of Fleet & Transport, Group Fleet Manager, Head of Transport Operations, Fleet Operations Director, Group Transport Manager, Fleet & Logistics Manager, National Fleet Manager, Head of Fleet Operations, Group Fleet Director, Transport & Fleet Director
This Head of Transport opportunity offers excellent scope for progression and impact within a dynamic organisation. For further information about the Head of Transport role, please apply now. This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Recruit4staff who are operating as a recruitment agency, agent, agencies, employment agency or employment business.
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