External Transport Manager Cost & Hours: What UK Operators Should Expect
Searching for “external transport manager cost” or “fees/prices”? You’re not alone. Most operators want two straight answers: how many hours will we need, and what will it cost each month? Here’s how Logan Logistics sets both—so budgets stay predictable and compliance stays tight.
Start with risk, not guesswork
We match external transport manager hours to fleet size, operating centres and current risk. Micro-fleets typically need a few hours per week; multi-site fleets scale to stepped time or full-time cover. The goal is effective control without paying for hours you won’t use.
What drives price
- Agreed hours and visit cadence
- What’s included (planner build, tacho analysis, driver coaching, KPI dashboard)
- Number of operating centres and vehicles/trailers
- Any extras such as audits, training or PI preparation
Logan Logistics issues a fixed monthly price/fee with scope in writing—so directors know exactly what’s covered.
What you should get for your money
- Maintenance planning, defect control and VOR tracking
- Driver-hours checks with corrective actions
- Evidence packs and a monthly TM report your board will actually read
- Practical coaching for drivers and site leads
Why external can be better value
An external CPC transport manager gives you the same professional oversight without salary, NI, holidays or cover costs. You scale hours up or down as your fleet changes.
When to adjust hours
Missed PMIs, rising infringements, MOT failures, or new operating centres are typical triggers. A good TM flags this early and recommends the additional time before small issues become big ones.
Looking for an external transport manager near me? Logan Logistics operates UK-wide with remote monitoring and planned site visits.
