Posted 21 July, 2026
Transport Manager
Peopleforge Ltd
Norwich, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Full Job Description
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Transport Manager (General Haulage)
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\n King's Lynn\n
£40,000-£45,000 + Pension + Employee Assistance Programme + Long-Term Stability
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\n Are you a Transport Manager, Fleet Manager or Logistics Manager with experience within general haulage, looking to join a well-established transport business where you can take ownership of fleet operations, lead a busy transport team and ensure a safe, compliant and efficient nationwide distribution service?\n
\n On offer is the opportunity to join a respected logistics company operating a mixed fleet of articulated HGVs and commercial vehicles. This is a key leadership role where you'll oversee transport planning, fleet compliance and driver performance while helping drive operational efficiency and maintaining exceptional customer service standards.\n
\n In this role, you will manage the day-to-day transport operation across general haulage, pallet network and ADR activities. Acting as the nominated Transport Manager on the Operator Licence, you'll oversee transport compliance, vehicle maintenance, driver management and route planning while continually identifying opportunities to improve fleet utilisation, reduce costs and enhance operational performance.\n
\n This role would suit a Transport Manager, Logistics Manager, Fleet Manager, Distribution Manager, General Haulage Manager or Transport Operations Manager with experience within a general haulage environment looking for a long-term leadership opportunity.\n
The Role\n
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Ref:1695188\n
Key Words: Transport Manager, Transport Operations Manager, Fleet Manager, Logistics Manager, Distribution Manager, General Haulage, Transport Planning, Fleet Operations, Operator Licence, CPC, DVSA, Tachograph, ADR, HGV, Pallet Network, King's Lynn, Norfolk, Wisbech, Downham Market, Spalding.\n
\n If you are interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.\n
\n We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications and skill set.\n
\n Peopleforge Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.\n
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Transport Manager (General Haulage)
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\n King's Lynn\n
£40,000-£45,000 + Pension + Employee Assistance Programme + Long-Term Stability
\n
\n Are you a Transport Manager, Fleet Manager or Logistics Manager with experience within general haulage, looking to join a well-established transport business where you can take ownership of fleet operations, lead a busy transport team and ensure a safe, compliant and efficient nationwide distribution service?\n
\n On offer is the opportunity to join a respected logistics company operating a mixed fleet of articulated HGVs and commercial vehicles. This is a key leadership role where you'll oversee transport planning, fleet compliance and driver performance while helping drive operational efficiency and maintaining exceptional customer service standards.\n
\n In this role, you will manage the day-to-day transport operation across general haulage, pallet network and ADR activities. Acting as the nominated Transport Manager on the Operator Licence, you'll oversee transport compliance, vehicle maintenance, driver management and route planning while continually identifying opportunities to improve fleet utilisation, reduce costs and enhance operational performance.\n
\n This role would suit a Transport Manager, Logistics Manager, Fleet Manager, Distribution Manager, General Haulage Manager or Transport Operations Manager with experience within a general haulage environment looking for a long-term leadership opportunity.\n
The Role\n
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- Manage the day-to-day transport operation \n
- Plan nationwide deliveries and collections \n
- Ensure Operator Licence and DVSA compliance \n
- Manage fleet maintenance and vehicle inspections \n
- Lead, coach and develop drivers and transport staff \n
- Monitor transport costs, fleet performance and compliance \n
- Improve operational efficiency and customer service \n
- King's Lynn-based, Monday-Friday (on-call support when required) \n
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- Transport management experience within general haulage \n
- Strong knowledge of Operator Licence compliance \n
- CPC qualified (or eligible to act as nominated Transport Manager) \n
- Excellent knowledge of UK transport legislation \n
- Strong leadership and planning skills \n
- Commercially minded with a proactive approach \n
- Full UK Driving Licence \n
- Commutable to King's Lynn \n
Ref:1695188\n
Key Words: Transport Manager, Transport Operations Manager, Fleet Manager, Logistics Manager, Distribution Manager, General Haulage, Transport Planning, Fleet Operations, Operator Licence, CPC, DVSA, Tachograph, ADR, HGV, Pallet Network, King's Lynn, Norfolk, Wisbech, Downham Market, Spalding.\n
\n If you are interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.\n
\n We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications and skill set.\n
\n Peopleforge Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.\n
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