Statutory guidance

What’s involved in being a road transport manager

Responsibilities of road haulage and road passenger transport managers, and the skills and knowledge they need.

• From: Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain and Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
• Published: 5 November 2021

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales

Documents

Being a road transport manager: your responsibilities

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Being a road transport manager: skills and knowledge you need

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There are 2 types of transport manager:

• haulage
• passenger transport

To become a transport manager, you need skills and knowledge in subjects including civil law, financial management and road safety.

When you’ve qualified, you’ll be responsible for certain tasks for your drivers and vehicles.

These guides set out the skills and knowledge you’ll need, and what you’ll be responsible for.

Published 5 November 2021