Full job descriptionTake ownership of a substantial passenger fleet and lead safe, compliant transport operations with an established business in Lincoln.
FindCore are thrilled to be assisting an established passenger transport business with the recruitment of a Transport Manager – PSV.
Permanent, full-time position based in Lincoln.
Salary:
£40,000 – £55,000 depending on experience + additional benefits
This is a senior transport management role with responsibility for the safe, compliant and efficient operation of a substantial passenger vehicle fleet, including responsibility for Operator Licence compliance, fleet maintenance, driver management and overall transport performance.
Key Responsibilities:
*Act as the named Transport Manager on the company’s PSV Operator Licence.
*Maintain all Operator Licence undertakings and ensure continued regulatory compliance.
*Liaise with the Traffic Commissioner and DVSA where required.
*Manage a fleet of approximately 30–50 PSV vehicles, alongside a wider non-PSV fleet.
*Develop and maintain a rolling forward maintenance programme covering PMI, MOT, LOLER, PSVAR and emissions requirements.
*Monitor vehicle defects, recalls, downtime and external maintenance providers.
*Maintain accurate fleet records and transport compliance information.
*Oversee tachograph downloads and analysis.
*Investigate infringements and implement corrective actions with drivers.
*Ensure Drivers’ Hours, Working Time and Driver CPC requirements are maintained.
*Lead, coach and develop drivers and wider transport personnel.
*Support driver recruitment, induction, performance and disciplinary processes.
*Monitor driving licence checks, Driver CPC records and CPD requirements.
*Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, including root cause analysis.
*Analyse vehicle utilisation and mileage to improve efficiency and reduce unnecessary running costs.
*Carry out route risk assessments and maintain relevant safety documentation.
*Ensure compliance with PSVAR accessibility requirements.
*Support commercial tenders through transport costing and compliance input.
*Contribute to budgeting and wider cost-saving initiatives.
*Maintain professional competence through ongoing CPC and industry development.
Requirements:
*Valid Passenger Transport Manager CPC – International is essential.
*Proven experience managing a PSV / passenger transport fleet.
*Strong knowledge of Operator Licence requirements and transport compliance.
*Excellent understanding of Drivers’ Hours, tachographs, Working Time and roadworthiness requirements.
*Experience managing vehicle maintenance planning, PMI schedules and MOT compliance.
*Proven experience leading and developing drivers and transport teams.
*Strong accident and incident investigation capability.
*Confident dealing with DVSA, Traffic Commissioner requirements and compliance audits.
*Strong organisational, leadership and decision-making skills.
*Excellent written and verbal communication ability.
*Comfortable using transport compliance software and Microsoft 365.
*Experience with telematics, PSVAR compliance or zero-emission vehicles would be advantageous.
Benefits:
*£40,000 – £55,000 salary depending on experience.
*Permanent, full-time position.
*Company pension.
*CPD / professional development budget.
*Free on-site parking.
*Opportunity to take ownership of a substantial PSV transport operation.
*Long-term career development within an established passenger transport business.
Please apply.