Transport Manager - Air Freight & European Transport

Location: Slough
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000+ (DOE)
Hours: Monday - Friday | Day Shift (10-hour day)
Contract: Permanent

Vanta Staffing are recruiting for an experienced Transport Manager (CPC) to join a well-established logistics operator specialising in air freight and European transport operations.

This is a key leadership role within an established transport management team, responsible for ensuring safe, compliant and efficient fleet operations across time-critical international logistics movements.

We are particularly interested in candidates with strong experience in European transport networks and/or air cargo logistics who are looking for a long-term opportunity within a growing and highly specialised operation.

The Opportunity

This role sits within an experienced Transport Management team and will see you overseeing a busy HGV fleet supporting air freight movements and European haulage operations.

You will play a vital role in maintaining operator licence compliance, fleet performance and driver standards, while working closely with planners, operations teams and senior leadership.

This position would suit a hands-on Transport Manager who thrives in fast-paced logistics environments such as air cargo, European groupage, chilled distribution, event logistics or specialist freight operations.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain full Operator Licence (O-Licence) compliance in line with DVSA and Traffic Commissioner standards

Manage fleet compliance including tachographs, WTD, driver records and maintenance planning

Oversee vehicle defect reporting, VOR management and preventative maintenance schedules

Ensure driver compliance including licence checks, DCPC and training requirements

Work closely with planners and operations teams to support time-critical transport operations

Investigate incidents, accidents and compliance issues where required

Support recruitment and onboarding of compliant PAYE drivers

Monitor fleet performance and identify operational improvements

Maintain accurate fleet records via the (url removed) Operator Licence system

Ensure full adherence to site health & safety policies

About You

To be successful in this role you will bring strong industry experience and a proactive leadership style.

Essential

Transport Manager CPC

Minimum 5 years' experience in Transport / Fleet Management

Experience within air freight transport operations and/or European haulage networks

Strong knowledge of UK & EU transport legislation and compliance

Proven ability to manage drivers, fleet compliance and operational standards

Full UK driving licence

Highly Desirable

Experience within air cargo logistics, EU groupage or international freight operations

Background working within sectors such as air freight, EU transit, temperature-controlled logistics, event logistics or specialist freight

Class 1 licence

Good mechanical understanding of trucks and trailers

Candidates from companies operating within European transport networks, air cargo logistics or specialist freight operations are particularly encouraged to apply.

What's On Offer

Salary £50,000 - £60,000+ depending on experience

Monday - Friday day shift

Senior position within a specialist international logistics operation

Long-term stability and career progression

Opportunity to influence and improve transport operations

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Transport Manager with strong compliance and international transport experience to join a respected logistics operator working at the heart of air freight and European transport movements.

Your expertise will be valued and rewarded within a business committed to maintaining the highest operational and compliance standards