Fleet and Transport Manager
Core
Lead the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of a temperature-controlled fleet of vans and LGVs, managing over 170 drivers and agency support to deliver high-quality service in a healthcare/pharmaceutical environment.
Role type
Senior Fleet and Transport Manager
Builds
Temperature-controlled logistics network for healthcare and pharmaceutical products
Domain
Healthcare / Pharmaceuticals / Logistics
Required skills
Fleet operations leadership, team management (170+ drivers), transport legislation compliance, health and safety culture, budget and cost management, route efficiency optimization, performance management, stakeholder relationship building
Preferred skills
Temperature-controlled transport experience, healthcare/pharmaceuticals industry knowledge, route optimization, sustainability initiatives, large-scale change programs, multi-site operations
Technologies
Fleet management systems, route optimization tools, temperature monitoring systems
Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day transport operations ensuring safety and compliance; Lead and develop Driver Team Managers and drivers; Promote health and safety culture and ensure policy adherence; Oversee temperature-controlled fleet and product movement; Manage transport budgets and operational performance; Identify opportunities to improve route efficiency and service delivery; Develop team capability through coaching and succession planning; Lead continuous improvement initiatives.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
