We are looking for a Transport Manager to join us in our mission of delivering quality outdoor products such as log cabins, garden offices, sheds and gazebos designed with care, built to last, and made to make our customers smile!

Who We Are:

Established in 1994, Dunster House Ltd is a proud, family-run business that’s continuing to grow and evolve. This year alone, we’ve expanded even further — opening four new sites and now employing over 600 amazing people across 15 locations across the UK.

For more than 30 years, we’ve been passionate about designing, manufacturing, and retailing quality garden lifestyle products that help our customers make the most of their outdoor spaces. As garden building specialists, we’re proud to deliver our products directly to our customers using our very own fleet, ensuring care and quality every step of the way.

To find out more about Dunster House Ltd, visit our website  www.dunsterhouse.co.uk

The Role:

This job is based out of our Bedford Branch – MK41 0LF and oversees transport operations by managing fleet, drivers, and logistics to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient delivery services.

Role Overview:

Overseeing Transport Compliance for a nationwide operator of more than 100 vehicles (mixed cars, vans, HGV’s). Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ensure ongoing compliance with Operator Licence undertakings, covering all licences across the UK.
• Ensure that all Operator Licence information is accurate and up to date at all times (i.e. vehicle lists).
• Ensure routine maintenance is being carried out as per Repair & Maintenance agreements and that records are being properly kept.
• Manage third-party maintenance providers and service level agreements where applicable.
• Oversee drivers’ hours and tachograph compliance (where applicable).
• Manage driver licence checking as per company policy.
• Lead investigations into road traffic and vehicle related incidents.
• Liaise with our Insurance Broker regarding vehicle incidents as necessary.
• Lead on vehicle procurement and replacement planning.
• Manage national suppliers & stock for transport related items.
• Creating, Reviewing and Monitoring adherence of transport related policies and procedures.
• Carrying out transport audits of branches across the UK.

Requirements:

• Transport Manager CPC 
• Experience using Microsoft Office suite as well as relevant transport software 
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills 
• Strong people-management and leadership skills 
• Proven managerial/leadership experience 

What We Offer:

• Monday-Friday 08:30-17:30
• £48,000
• 31 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Referral Programme