Transport & Logistics Recruitment

Transport Contract Manager Silvertown, East London £60,000 - £70,000 + Car Allowance Monday - Friday, Days An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Contract & Transport Manager to take ownership of a newly awarded logistics contract in Silvertown. Working for a leading UK bulk transport specialist, you will oversee the operational, commercial and compliance performance of a key food-sector operation involving non-ADR tanker movements. You will lead the day-to-day transport operation, managing drivers, vehicles, resources and customer service while ensuring strong compliance, efficiency and financial performance. This is a great opportunity to build and develop a team, take ownership of a key site and play a major role in the successful delivery of a new customer contract. The Benefits: - £60,000 - £70,000 basic salary, dependent on experience - £3,000 Car allowance - 33 days annual leave including bank holidays - Flexibility to work from home 1 day per week - Gym discounts - Healthcare benefits including support towards dental, optical, physiotherapy and vaccination costs - GP access - Opportunity to take ownership of a newly awarded contract - Significant autonomy to build and develop the site operation Requirements: - International Transport Manager CPC - essential - Previous experience within a ADR or Non ADR tanker haulage operation is highly desirable - Strong knowledge of Operator Licence compliance and transport legislation - Experience managing busy, high-volume transport operations - Previous experience within a 24/7 logistics environment - Experience managing drivers, fleet capacity and transport planning - Strong customer and stakeholder management skills - Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, forecasting and KPIs - The ability to lead, develop and build operational teams - Experience working within a unionised environment would be highly advantageous - Previous tanker, bulk transport, food logistics or FMCG experience would be particularly desirable - IOSH and/or HACCP qualifications would be advantageous Responsibilities: - Taking responsibility for the site's Operator Licence compliance, ensuring all O Licence undertakings, transport legislation and internal policies are adhered to. - Acting as the nominated Transport Manager and ensuring robust compliance systems and controls are maintained. - Leading, developing and building the local transport and operational team. - Managing the mobilisation and ongoing performance of a newly awarded customer contract. - Taking overall responsibility for site and contract performance, including service levels, operational delivery and customer satisfaction. - Managing drivers, vehicles, fleet capacity, agency labour and subcontracted transport resources. - Developing effective transport plans to maximise fleet and driver utilisation while maintaining high levels of customer service. - Managing capacity planning and responding effectively to changes in customer volumes and operational requirements. - Building a strong working relationship with the customer and holding regular operational and performance reviews. - Managing contract KPIs, service levels and customer cost reporting. - Monitoring operational expenditure and managing the site within agreed budgets. - Supporting forecasting, budgeting and wider P&L management. - Identifying opportunities to reduce cost, improve utilisation and increase operational efficiency. - Driving continuous improvement initiatives across the contract. - Maintaining high standards of health, safety and compliance throughout the operation. - Managing customer complaints and operational issues through to resolution within agreed SLA timescales. - Developing strong relationships with internal teams, suppliers, agencies and other external stakeholders. - Supporting positive employee relations within a 24/7 transport environment. - Providing operational and strategic input to the wider leadership team. If you are an experienced, CPC-qualified Transport Manager looking for a hands-on leadership role, we'd love to hear from you. At Aspion, we uphold core values of transparency, innovation, passion, and collaboration. We are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. Our policies comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and you can find more information on our website. ASPLOG

Transport Planner Appleton, Warrington £36,000 - £38,000 Sunday - Thursday OR Tuesday to Saturday (Days) An established and fast-paced haulage operation is seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join its night operation team based in Appleton. This is an excellent opportunity for a transport professional with strong planning experience within general haulage who thrives in a busy operational environment. Working as part of a supportive night team alongside another Planner, an Operations Manager, and Customer Service support, the successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing the night fleet operation, ensuring service levels are maintained and drivers are fully supported throughout the shift. The Candidate; - Planning and replanning the night fleet operation across general haulage activities - Monitoring service levels and ensuring deliveries are completed efficiently and on time - Managing driver communication throughout the shift, including delays, route issues, and operational updates - Supervising driver workloads in line with Working Time Directive and driver hours regulations - Reviewing routes and maximising fleet utilisation and operational efficiency - Providing real-time operational support and responding quickly to changing priorities - Liaising with customers regarding delays, service updates, and failed deliveries where required - Escalating tracker or operational issues to management when necessary - Maintaining strong communication across planning, operations, customer service, and drivers - Ensuring all drivers are correctly briefed before the start of their shift - Supporting overall operational performance and profitability through effective planning decisions Duties and Responsibilities; - Previous experience within a Transport Planner or Transport Supervisor role - Strong background in general haulage planning - Experience working within a fast-paced transport environment - Excellent geographical knowledge of UK road networks - Strong understanding of tachograph legislation and driver hours compliance - Confident using transport planning systems and operational software - Able to multitask, prioritise workload, and make effective decisions under pressure - Strong communication and customer service skills - Operationally minded with the ability to think on their feet and adapt quickly to changes - Experience managing collection and backhaul operations would be advantageous If you have Transport Planner experience and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply via the link. At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data - These can be viewed on our website. ASPLOG

HGV Class 1 Driver - Temp to Perm Location: Birchwood Salary: £48,000 per annum Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off Aspion Recruitment is currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers for a fantastic temp-to-perm opportunity based in the Birchwood area. What you'll be doing: General haulage and RDC deliveries No handballing or roll cages Start times between 2:00pm and 11:00pm (3 hour window and shift start times preplanned) Requirements: Minimum of 6 months' Class 1 driving experience Successful completion of a driving assessment Maximum of 6 endorsement points on your licence Must have a valid DIGI card & CPC qualification card What's on offer: Salary of £48,000 per annum 4 on, 4 off shift pattern Immediate starts available Permanent contract after 10 weeks for successful candidates If you're looking for a long-term driving opportunity with excellent earning potential, apply today or get in touch with the Aspion Recruitment team for more information.

HGV Class 1 Driver - Skelmersdale Aspion Recruitment are currently recruiting for experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers in the Skelmersdale area. Immediate starts available! We have ongoing opportunities available for reliable and experienced Class 1 drivers, offering a mixture of trunking, distance work and palletised deliveries. The Role HGV Class 1 driving Curtainside trailers Mixture of trunking and distance work Palletised deliveries Ongoing work available No nights out No handballing Occasional pallet truck work may be required 10-hour pay guarantee Paid breaks Pay & Benefits £17.37 per hour 10-hour pay guarantee Breaks paid Ongoing work Immediate starts No nights out Requirements Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence Minimum 12 months' Class 1 driving experience Good driving record Reliable and professional approach Comfortable with curtainside trailers and palletised deliveries If you're an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for ongoing work, good pay and no nights out, we'd love to hear from you.

As the Warehouse Operative / FLT Driver, you will be responsible for ensuring the warehouse and stores areas remain organised, safe and efficient. The Warehouse Operative / FLT Driver will handle incoming and outgoing deliveries, maintain accurate stock records and support the movement of parts, materials and equipment across the site.

Class 1 ADR Night Driver - Haydock Location: Haydock Route: Haydock ↔ Corley Shift: Monday-Friday nights Pay: £20.18 per hour Start: Immediate starts available We're currently recruiting for an experienced Class 1 ADR Night Driver to join our operation in Haydock, working a Monday-Friday trunking schedule between Haydock and Corley. The Role Class 1 trunking work between Haydock and Corley Monday-Friday night shifts £20.18 per hour 8-hour minimum pay guarantee Paid breaks No handballing Immediate starts available Requirements Valid Class 1 (HGV) licence ADR Packages qualification Minimum 2 years' Class 1 driving experience Maximum 6 endorsement points No DR, IN or serious driving endorsements If you're an experienced Class 1 ADR driver looking for consistent Monday-Friday night work with guaranteed minimum pay, we'd like to hear from you.

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Transport Planner Appleton, Warrington £36,000 - £38,000 4 on 4 off, 6pm - 6am (nights) An established and fast-paced haulage operation is seeking an experienced Transport Planner / Night Supervisor to join its night operation team based in Appleton. This is an excellent opportunity for a transport professional with strong planning experience within general haulage who thrives in a busy operational environment. Working as part of a supportive night team alongside another Planner, an Operations Manager, and Customer Service support, the successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing the night fleet operation, ensuring service levels are maintained and drivers are fully supported throughout the shift. The Candidate; - Planning and replanning the night fleet operation across general haulage activities - Monitoring service levels and ensuring deliveries are completed efficiently and on time - Managing driver communication throughout the shift, including delays, route issues, and operational updates - Supervising driver workloads in line with Working Time Directive and driver hours regulations - Reviewing routes and maximising fleet utilisation and operational efficiency - Providing real-time operational support and responding quickly to changing priorities - Liaising with customers regarding delays, service updates, and failed deliveries where required - Escalating tracker or operational issues to management when necessary - Maintaining strong communication across planning, operations, customer service, and drivers - Ensuring all drivers are correctly briefed before the start of their shift - Supporting overall operational performance and profitability through effective planning decisions Duties and Responsibilities; - Previous experience within a Transport Planner or Transport Supervisor role - Strong background in general haulage planning - Experience working within a fast-paced transport environment - Excellent geographical knowledge of UK road networks - Strong understanding of tachograph legislation and driver hours compliance - Confident using transport planning systems and operational software - Able to multitask, prioritise workload, and make effective decisions under pressure - Strong communication and customer service skills - Operationally minded with the ability to think on their feet and adapt quickly to changes - Experience managing collection and backhaul operations would be advantageous If you have Transport Planner experience and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply via the link. At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data - These can be viewed on our website. ASPLOG