Details:
- Salary: £20 - Hour
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Southwark Greater London
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Transport & Warehouse Manager:
Self-Employed Contractor Position • Based in London • Multiple Sites Across Greater London
We are a London-based construction logistics company operating multiple live projects across Greater London. We offer a genuine opportunity for someone who wants to build real responsibility within a growing company, not just drive a van.
This is a self-employed contract role with genuine scope for growth and development as the business expands.
Benefits for the Transport & Warehouse Manager:
* Starting Salary: £20.00 per hour × 50 hours/week = £1,00.00 per week
* Overtime / Weekend Rate: £30.00 per hour
* Company Luton van — fuel and insurance covered by the company
* Strong potential for growth and development within the company
* Contractor support – both on and off site
Key Details
Job Title: Transport & Warehouse Manager
Contract Type: Self-employed / subcontractor
Location: London, with travel to project sites across Greater London
Normal Hours: 07:30 – 17:30, Monday – Friday (50 hours/week)
Weekend Work: May be required from time to time, paid at the overtime rate
Vehicle: Company Luton van — fuel and insurance covered by the company
Growth Potential: Strong potential for growth and development within the company
About the Job
We are looking for an organised, hands-on Transport & Warehouse Manager to take ownership of our depot/storage yard and the day-to-day coordination of our driver team, while also getting behind the wheel of a Luton van when required.
The Transport & Warehouse Manager will be responsible for supporting the smooth day-to-day running of logistics operations across multiple concurrent construction projects.
Key Responsibilities of the Transport & Warehouse Manager:
* Organise and manage the depot/storage yard, keeping stock, equipment, and materials tidy, secure and easy to locate.
* Plan and coordinate pickup and drop-off routes for the wider team of drivers across our Greater London project sites.
* Liaise with head office daily to understand client requirements and ensure deliveries and collections are scheduled accordingly.
* Drive a Luton van yourself when required, covering routes and deliveries across London.
* Assist with the loading and offloading of goods and materials, ensuring items are handled safely and correctly.
* Act as a point of contact between the depot, drivers, and head office, flagging any issues or delays promptly.
* Support the smooth day-to-day running of logistics operations across multiple concurrent construction projects.
The Transport & Warehouse Manager role offers genuine scope for growth and development as the business expands — an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build real responsibility within a growing company.
Requirements of the Transport & Warehouse Manager:
We are looking for an organised, reliable Transport & Warehouse Manager with the following skills and experience:
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan routes and manage yard operations efficiently.
* Confidence to take a managerial/coordinating role, directing, and liaising with other drivers.
* Computer literate, comfortable using basic software/systems for scheduling and communication with head office.
* Customer-focused approach, representing the Company professionally when dealing with clients and sites.
* Physically able to assist with loading and offloading goods.
* Full, clean UK driving licence held for a minimum of 2 years, with no drink- or drug-driving endorsements.
* C1 License (up to 7,5 Ton) would be beneficial but not a pre-requisite.
* Reliable, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently as a self-employed contractor.
Additional Information
* Fuel and van insurance are covered by the company.
* It would be an advantage if the company van could be parked securely outside, or close to, your home overnight, reducing early-morning travel time into London.
* Willingness to work occasional weekends when required, paid at the enhanced overtime rate of £27.00 per hour.
* A genuine opportunity to grow with the company as it takes on more projects across Greater London.
How to Apply
If you're an organised & reliable, ready to take on a more senior, hands-on logistics role as a Transport & Warehouse Manager, we'd love to hear from you, so please get in touch & apply