Job Description

We are recruiting for a full-time Transport & Logistics Manager to lead the strategic and operational delivery of our transport services at Oxford Health NHS.
This is a pivotal role within the Estates & Facilities team, responsible for ensuring the management of all transport including car parking, NEPT and secure transport contracts, efficient movement and storage of medical equipment, consumables, and emergency preparedness assets across the Trust.
Proven experience in team leadership and supporting the sustainability manager in delivering the Trust's Green Plan is essential. The role requires flexibility to travel across Trust sites along with prior management experience in public sector, commercial or facilities environments. Strong communication skills are vital for engaging effectively on all transported related matters both internally and externally.
Main duties of the job

• Lead logistics operations at the Warehouse Distribution Centre.
• Manage Non-Emergency Patient Transport (NEPT), taxi and courier services, inter-site staff transport, and car parking.
• Oversee a small in-house team and third-party suppliers to deliver cost-effective services.
• Develop and implement car parking strategies and CPMS systems.
• Ensure effective internal and external communications across departments and stakeholders.
• Budget management of all Transport contracts and staffing
• Cross-departmental and organisational collaboration

Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties.
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Details
Date posted
03 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
55,690 to 62,682 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
267-CS7495934
Job locations
Littlemore Mental Health Centre
Sandford Road
Oxford
OX4 4XN
Job description
Job responsibilities
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.
The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.
We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values. Job description
Job responsibilities
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.
The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.
We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Degree in Facilities Management, or other estates related subject, or equivalent qualification or experience.
• NVQ Level 6 qualification in management field, or equivalent experience or knowledge gained within Transport and Logistics environment.
• Member of IWFM or equivalent
• IOSH H&S Certificate.

Desirable

• Master's degree in a relevant subject
• NEBOSH General Certificate.

Knowledge
Essential

• Knowledge of transport and logistics management and how it may be applied compliance to minimise the Trust's carbon footprint
• A high-level understanding of compliance issues, current legislation and mandatory requirements relating to transport and logistic responsibilities.
• Knowledge of estates and facilities services.

Experience
Essential

• Previous experience of developing and successfully implementing patient and commercial services and systems, whilst also being a lead in Governance, Business management and performance for the service
• Previous management experience of a wide range of transport and logistic service delivery
• Experience of working in one of the following services: o Procurement/Buying o Warehouse o Inventory Control
• Experience in the management of teams
• Experience Budget management

Desirable

• Previous public sector of commercial/facilities related managerial experience.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Degree in Facilities Management, or other estates related subject, or equivalent qualification or experience.
• NVQ Level 6 qualification in management field, or equivalent experience or knowledge gained within Transport and Logistics environment.
• Member of IWFM or equivalent
• IOSH H&S Certificate.

Desirable

• Master's degree in a relevant subject
• NEBOSH General Certificate.

Knowledge
Essential

• Knowledge of transport and logistics management and how it may be applied compliance to minimise the Trust's carbon footprint
• A high-level understanding of compliance issues, current legislation and mandatory requirements relating to transport and logistic responsibilities.
• Knowledge of estates and facilities services.

Experience
Essential

• Previous experience of developing and successfully implementing patient and commercial services and systems, whilst also being a lead in Governance, Business management and performance for the service
• Previous management experience of a wide range of transport and logistic service delivery
• Experience of working in one of the following services: o Procurement/Buying o Warehouse o Inventory Control
• Experience in the management of teams
• Experience Budget management

Desirable

• Previous public sector of commercial/facilities related managerial experience.

Skills Required