Transport First Line Manager

Engineering
West Lothian
July 25, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Pay Rate: £37,504.81
Grade: RCS N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Working any 5 from 7, 6am-2pm & 2pm-10pm on rotation
Location: Livingston

We are looking for an experienced and driven Transport First Line Manager (FLM) to join our busy transport operation. This is a key leadership role, responsible for the successful execution of transport plans while ensuring all transport and network service levels (SLAs) and KPIs are achieved.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Deliver transport plans effectively to ensure customer, operational and network requirements are met
  • Supervise and coordinate daily transport activities, ensuring productivity targets and deadlines are achieved safely and efficiently
  • Lead, manage and motivate drivers and transport clerical colleagues through effective communication, coaching and performance management
  • Conduct regular performance reviews, one-to-one meetings and engagement activities to support colleague development and wellbeing
  • Ensure drivers remain legal and compliant at all times, with a strong focus on Driver Hours, Working Time Directive regulations and fleet compliance
  • Maintain clear communication across the transport department, warehouse operation and customer stakeholders
  • Promote a strong health and safety culture, ensuring all company policies and procedures are followed.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

  • Previous people management experience within a transport environment is essential
  • Experience working within a transport office, logistics or wider supply chain operation
  • Strong knowledge of Driver Hours legislation, Working Time Directive regulations and transport compliance requirements
  • Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams in a fast-paced operational environment
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

WHY JOIN US?

  • We’re happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
  • Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
  • Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
  • Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
  • Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
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