Assistant Transport Manager

Assistant Transport Manager West London £40,000 – £45,000 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. Experience Required; * CPC Qualified: Must hold a valid Transport Manager CPC (National or International). * Background as an Assistant Transport Manager, Transport Supervisor, or similar operational leadership role within a multi-drop distribution environment. * Deep knowledge of fleet management, tachograph regulations, driver hours, and O-licence compliance. * Advanced Excel capability with strong data reporting and KPI tracking skills. * Familiarity with route planning systems (experience with systems such as Podfather is a bonus, though full training will be given). * Experience within FMCG, food distribution, or temperature-controlled logistics