ASSISTANT TO TRANSPORT MANAGER

Assistant Transport ManagerWest London40,000 - 50,000 per annumShift: Tuesday to SaturdayIndustry: Food Multi-Drop DistributionAbout the RoleAre 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.Job type: Permanent