Transport Supervisor

Dartford Permanent £38,000 - £40,000 per year View Job Description
This role oversees the day-to-day operation, compliance, and performance of a mixed HGV fleet for a leading international freight forwarder based in Dartford. The Transport Supervisor ensures vehicle maintenance, driver management, and legal compliance while driving efficiency and supporting continuous operational improvement.
  • Previous driver management experience of a large team required
  • Previous management of fleet of HGV's

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established international freight forwarding and logistics business with a strong presence across the UK and Europe. They pride themselves on providing reliable, efficient, and customer-focused transport solutions for a diverse portfolio of clients. With ongoing growth in their UK operations, they are now seeking a proactive Transport Supervisor to join their team in Dartford

Job Description

As the Transport Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation, compliance, and performance of the UK transport fleet. You will support the day-to-day management of vehicles, drivers, and maintenance schedules, ensuring the highest levels of safety and service delivery.Key responsibilities include:

  • Overseeing the daily operation and allocation of a mixed HGV fleet.
  • Ensuring all vehicles are maintained, inspected, and compliant with current legislation (including MOTs, servicing, and defect reporting).
  • Managing driver performance, tachograph compliance, and working time regulations.
  • Liaising with internal stakeholders, workshops, and external suppliers to minimise downtime.
  • Monitoring fleet KPIs and producing regular performance reports.
  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across fleet utilisation and cost control.
  • Ensuring compliance with company policies, Health & Safety standards, and Operator Licence requirements.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing or supervising a commercial transport fleet within a logistics, haulage, or freight forwarding environment.

You will demonstrate:

  • Strong knowledge of transport legislation and compliance.
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills.
  • Experience with vehicle management systems or fleet software (e.g., Tachograph analysis tools, telematics).
  • A proactive and solutions-focused approach.
  • CPC qualification (preferred but not essential).

What's on Offer

On offer for the successful candidate:

  • Basic salary - £40k
  • Pension scheme
  • Routes for progression



Monday to Friday (standard office working hours)Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain

Contact
Ben Dunmore
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6865056
Phone number
+442072692133

Job summary

Job function
Logistics
Subsector
Transport Management
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
Dartford
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Dunmore
Consultant phone
+442072692133
Job reference
JN-102025-6865056