Transport Operations Manager

Location: Port Clarence (with responsibility for Hebburn)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00

Salary: £48,112 + £8,000 Car Allowance

Holiday: 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Pin Point Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and driven Transport Operations Manager to lead operations at Port Clarence, with additional oversight of the Hebburn team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a transport professional with strong leadership skills and specialist compliance knowledge to take ownership of a key regional operation. You will be responsible for ensuring efficient day-to-day transport management, maintaining legal compliance, and delivering exceptional service standards.

Key Responsibilities

* Oversee and manage transport operations across Port Clarence and Hebburn

* Lead, motivate, and develop transport teams to achieve operational targets

* Ensure full compliance with all transport legislation, including Drivers’ Hours and WTD

* Manage route planning and operational efficiency to control costs and maximise performance

* Monitor fleet and driver performance, implementing improvements where required

* Ensure safe and compliant handling of tanker and hazardous goods operations

* Investigate incidents and ensure corrective actions are implemented

* Maintain high levels of customer service and operational reliability

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