Oversize Surface Transport Manager

 

Description:

Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight) to cleaning up space , sustainability is at the heart of our purpose . So what's your next change?

Join a high-impact team managing the critical logistics of moving aerospace components. This role offers the unique opportunity to oversee complex, large-scale transport operations, moving far beyond day-to-day project management. We are looking for a technically minded expert who thrives on getting out into the field, directly viewing the physical product and equipment.

How You Will Contribute To The Team
 

  • Management of oversize transport activities.
  • Ensuring transport performance and managing improvements.
  • Implementation and control of KPIs for the designated scope of activities (performance, cost, quality, environment).
  • Ensuring the application of Airbus transport solutions, processes, rules and guidelines in transport activities with a special focus (but not only) on the UK/Ireland region.
  • Driving prompt problem resolution through an established, quick, and effective alarm/escalation process. Provide support to quality analysis and actions until completion.
  • Ensuring delivery according to contractual specifications (e.g. lead time, cost).
  • Ensuring that transport equipment (jigs, packaging, etc.) is delivered in the correct quality, quantity and at the right time.
  • Establishing transport plannings (strategic, tactical and operational).
  • Managing contract fulfilment by the transport service provider and the activities of subcontractors. Providing regular reporting on subcontractors performance, quality and improvement plan.
  • Coordinating the maintenance activities with the transport companies conducting any necessary surveillance activities and providing technical support.
  • Maintaining regular proactive relationships with the local oversize surface transport stakeholders in the UK.
  • Conducting technical negotiations in regards to cost, volumes and forecasts.
  • Responsible for all topics related to quality, environment, health and safety, customs, export control and dangerous goods in the context of the transport business.
  • Ensure adhoc on-duty activities for service continuity.
     

About You
 

  • You have a proven track record in managing complex, large-scale transport operations, specifically within the UK/Ireland region, ensuring strict adherence to compliance, health & safety, and export control regulations.
  • You have the ability to drive subcontractor accountability and KPIs (cost, quality, lead times) while establishing robust strategic, tactical, and operational transport plans.

Organization Buyer
Industry Management Jobs
Occupational Category Oversize Surface Transport Manager
Job Location Yorkshire,UK
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2026-07-01 1:22 am
Expires on 2026-08-15