Freightliner is the UK's largest maritime intermodal logistics operator, transporting containers from all major deep-sea ports to our national network of inland terminals, as well as a leading operator in the UK Heavy Haul rail freight market. Freightliner has operations across Europe offering both Intermodal and Heavy Haul rail freight services seamlessly connecting European countries and the UK.
In the UK the Freightliner Group operates under a number of legal entities including, Freightliner Ltd, Pentalver Transport Ltd, and Pentalver Cannock Ltd.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
This is a 12-month maternity cover (Fixed -Term Contract), located at either Birmingham or Ferrybridge. Salary from £40,000 subject to experience.
The Local Operations Manager (Driver) is accountable for the day‑to‑day welfare, people management, attendance, and engagement of a designated driver workforce, ensuring staff are supported, compliant, and effectively managed throughout the employment lifecycle.
The role provides visible, consistent leadership and ensures that driver welfare, conduct, attendance, and performance issues are managed proactively and lawfully.
The Local Operations Manager does not own or manage driver technical competence, assessments, or certification. These responsibilities sit with the Production Manager. Close collaboration is required where welfare and competence intersect (e.g. post‑incident care).
A. Driver Welfare & Chain of Care (Primary Accountability)
B. Attendance, Conduct & Performance Management
C. People Leadership & Engagement
D. Interfaces with Production Manager (Competence)
E. Operational & Resource Support
F. Recruitment & Workforce Planning
Safety & Statutory Responsibilities
The post holder has day‑to‑day responsibility for:
The LOM‑D must take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others affected by their actions at work.
Incident & Emergency Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Qualifications & Requirements
Our commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential.
We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills and experience needed for their roles.
In return we can offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, a competitive pension scheme and a rewarding career in an award-winning team.
