Transport Services Manager

What does a Transport Services Manager do?

Transport services managers are responsible for the procurement of vehicles for organisations that are involved in the transportation of goods or passengers.

What key skills does a Transport Services Manager have?

Transport services managers oversee and coordinate the distribution and hire of transportation vehicles to be used in the logistics industry.

• Set and coordinate activities related to deliveries to and from a given set of locations
• Keep accurate records of all transport related activity
• Work with outside agencies to organise, lease and purchase vehicles
• Ensure access to suitable material handling equipment
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal requirements
• Oversee the training and development of employees

How to become a Transport Services Manager 

You do not need to have formal qualifications to become a Transport Services Manager, however, it's ideal to have a qualification in either logistics or management to succeed in the role.

A course like BSB50420 - Diploma of Leadership and Management can be a great study pathway if you're interested in developing your leadership skills and learn important transferable skills like emotional intelligence, problem-solving and effective communication.