PSV Transport Manager

PSV Transport Manager – Coach & Bus Operations

Location: Crawley, Lowfield Heath, West Sussex (near Gatwick Airport)

Salary: £52,500–£65,000 per annum + benefits and performance-related bonus

Minimum requirement: A valid Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in Road Passenger Transport (PSV).

United Minibuses & Coaches is recruiting an experienced PSV Transport Manager to lead our coach, bus and minibus operations from our Crawley depot, near Gatwick Airport.

This senior management position combines passenger transport operations, fleet management, driver leadership, PSV operator licence compliance and commercial performance , with responsibility for ensuring safe, efficient and reliable service delivery.

The successful candidate will have at least seven years' experience in a Transport Manager role within the bus, coach or PSV industry, with a strong understanding of DVSA requirements, O-Licence compliance, vehicle maintenance, tachograph regulations, drivers' hours and operational performance.

You will oversee a professional team of PCV drivers, manage fleet utilisation and service standards, and help improve operational efficiency across our corporate transport, airport shuttle, school and specialist passenger transport contracts.

This is an opportunity to take on a senior leadership position within an established and growing transport operator, with a clear pathway towards General Manager or Director-level responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

Fleet Operations & Performance

• Lead day-to-day fleet operations across minibuses and coaches
• Monitor service delivery, vehicle utilisation and operational KPIs
• Ensure resources are deployed efficiently and cost-effectively
• Maintain high standards of reliability and customer service

Compliance & Safety (O-Licence / CPC)

• Ensure compliance with DVSA standards, transport legislation and industry best practice
• Oversee maintenance schedules, inspections, defect reporting and tachograph compliance
• Maintain all compliance systems and documentation to audit-ready standard

Driver Leadership & People Management

• Manage, support and develop a team of professional PCV drivers
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, training and performance management
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability and professionalism
• Handle conduct, disciplinary and incident processes where required

Operational Improvement & Development

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce cost and strengthen delivery
• Drive continuous improvement across fleet systems, safety processes and controls
• Support strategic growth projects, technology adoption and operational change

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in a Transport Manager role within bus, coach or PSV operations
• Strong working knowledge of PSV Operator Licence compliance and DVSA requirements
• Proven experience leading drivers and managing day-to-day transport operations
• Strong decision-making ability in a fast-paced, operational environment
• Class D licence and Digital Tachograph Card (required)
• Excellent communication, organisational and reporting skills

Desirable

• Experience in airport shuttle operations, corporate transport, school contracts or emergency transport
• Familiarity with fleet management systems and transport software

What We Offer

• Salary of £52,500 – £65,000 depending on experience
• Private medical insurance (after 6 months)
• Company pension scheme
• Performance-related bonus
• 28 days annual leave
• Free on-site parking
• Employee discounts and company events

Career Progression

This is a role with genuine scope. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape operations within a growing transport group, with a clear pathway toward General Manager / Director-level responsibility .

About United Minibuses & Coaches

United Minibuses & Coaches is a leading operator in the South East, delivering services for major corporate organisations, airports, schools, public-sector clients and private customers.

We are recognised nationally for operational quality and reliability, including:

• British Coach Tourism Award Winner (2019)
• Route One Awards National Finalist (multiple years)
• UK Transport Awards: Most Reliable Minibus & Coach Operator in the South East

We combine professional standards with modern fleet technology and a strong focus on compliance and service excellence.

Location

This is an on-site position based at our depot and transport office in Crawley, Lowfield Heath (RH11), Gatwick area .

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If you are an experienced Transport Manager looking for a senior operational role within a high-performing and respected operator, we would welcome your application.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £52,500.00-£65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme

Experience:

• As a Transport Manager in Road Passenger Transport (PSV): 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Transport Manager CPC in Passenger Transport (PSV) (required)

Work Location: In person