Nights Transport Operations Manager Warrington | Nights | Permanent
We are currently supporting a leading general haulage and pallet network client in the search for a Nights Transport Operations Manager to oversee and drive performance across a busy, fast-paced night shift operation.
This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the seamless execution of trunking and distribution activities, delivering against strict service, cost, and compliance targets.
The RoleReporting into the Transport / Operations leadership team, you will take full ownership of the night shift transport operation managing fleet, drivers, and planning to ensure efficient, compliant, and high-performing delivery into the pallet network.
You will play a critical role in maintaining service levels, optimising resource utilisation, and driving continuous improvement across the operation.
Key Responsibilities*Lead and manage the night shift transport operation, ensuring smooth execution of trunking and local distribution
*Oversee route planning, scheduling and dispatch, ensuring OTIF delivery into the pallet network
*Manage driver performance, engagement and compliance in line with O Licence and WTD regulations
*Drive performance across key KPIs including cost, service, utilisation and efficiency
*Ensure full compliance with transport legislation, tachograph, and driver hours regulations
*Monitor and optimise fleet utilisation, trailer availability and network cut-off times
*Act as the escalation point for operational issues, ensuring quick and effective resolution
*Work closely with warehouse and day operations teams to ensure smooth handovers and continuity
*Support continuous improvement initiatives to drive efficiency gains and cost control
Key Requirements*Proven experience in a Transport Manager / Operations Manager / Transport Supervisor role within general haulage or pallet network environments
*Strong understanding of night operations, trunking and time-critical delivery networks
*Good working knowledge of transport compliance, driver hours and O Licence requirements
*Experience managing drivers and planning teams within a fast-paced environment
*Strong operational leadership with the ability to make decisions under pressure
*Ability to drive performance through KPIs and data-led decisions
*CPC (National or International) - desirable


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