Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and proactive Transport Supervisor to lead our transport operations with energy and precision. In this vital role, you will oversee daily logistics activities, ensuring the seamless movement of goods across supply chains. Your leadership will optimise transportation management systems, and uphold safety standards. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about logistics, this role is your chance to make a meaningful impact.
Key Accountabilities
- Supervise the daily activities of drivers.
- Plan and allocate vehicles, drivers and routes to meet operational requirements.
- Monitor vehicle utilisation and maximise fleet efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with:
- Drivers' Hours Regulations
- Working Time Directive (Road Transport)
- Tachograph legislation
- Operator licence undertakings
- Road Traffic legislation
- Health and Safety requirements
- Review driver tachograph records, address infringements and trends or patterns emerging.
- Ensure daily vehicle defect reporting procedures are followed.
- Liaise with the maintenance providers to schedule vehicle maintenance, MOTs and inspections.
- Monitor vehicle availability and minimise downtime.
- Investigate vehicle defects, incidents and accidents.
- Ensure loads are planned and secured in accordance with company policy and legal requirements.
- Communicate with customers regarding delivery schedules and service issues.
- Maintain transport records and operational documentation.
- Monitor transport KPIs including:
- On-time delivery
- Vehicle utilisation
- Driver performance
- Fuel consumption
- Defect reportingCompliance performance
- Support recruitment, induction and training of drivers.
- Ensure drivers continue to hold the correct licences and Driver Qualification Cards (DQCs).
- Carry out driver performance reviews and return-to-work interviews where appropriate.
- Assist with transport budgets and cost control.
- Participate in out-of-hours support or on-call duties where required.
- Promote a strong transport compliance culture.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
- Experience supervising drivers or transport operations.
- Good knowledge of UK road transport legislation.
- Understanding of drivers' hours and tachograph rules.
- Excellent planning and organisational skills.
- Strong communication and leadership abilities.
- Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and transport management systems.
- Experience within general haulage, pallet networks or distribution operations.
Join us in shaping the future of transportation logistics! This role offers an energetic environment where your leadership drives operational success while supporting continuous growth and innovation in supply chain management.
Pay: £25,420.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Work Location: In person
