Transportation Manager

Transport Manager – South Down £40,000 – £50,000 (DOE) | On-Site | Permanent Our client, a well-established and busy local engineering firm with a strong client base across the UK and Ireland, is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to join their South Down-based team. In this role, you’ll oversee and coordinate transport operations from their NI headquarters across the UK, Ireland, and occasionally Europe. This is a critical position for ensuring efficient and compliant logistics in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate loads for shipping and trailer returns Book ferry crossings and manage freight logistics Monitor driver hours in line with RHA and VOSA guidelines Obtain permits for abnormal loads across UK and Ireland Ensure compliance with vehicle weight limits Schedule vehicle checks, maintenance, and PSVs Organise UK-wide breakdown recoveries Manage holiday cover for drivers Key Requirements: Proven experience in transport or logistics management Strong IT and organisational skills Working knowledge of: Ferry bookings and freight documentation Driver hours, VOSA regulations, and PSV booking Maintenance and compliance recording Ability to plan backloads to minimise mileage and hours Flexible approach to working hours when required Local to the South Down area (on-site position) Salary is in the region of £40 -50k depending upon experience. If you’re an experienced logistics / transport professional looking to join a dynamic, hands-on role in a growing engineering business, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply through the link.

Location: Castlewellan, Northern Ireland, GB

Posted Date: 7/14/2025