Lead driver Work, Jobs in Ipswich, Sfk (with Salaries)

Local Operations Manager - Drivers - Southern Operations
Freightliner —Ipswich
- Weekend availability
- Management
- Microsoft Office
- Leadership
12d
Learning Support Assistant & IAG Advisor
TCHC Group —Ipswich
- £24,500 - £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Customer service
- English
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
Acute Operational Manager
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation Trust —Ipswich
- £57,528 - £64,750 a year
- Full-time
- Acute care experience
- Leadership
Customer Service & Sales Specialist
Floral Image Ipswich and Norwich —Ipswich
- £26,000 - £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Sales
Quick apply
Qualified Rail Operator - Felixstowe
GB Railfreight —Felixstowe
- £41,388 a year
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
8d
Support Workers
ILS Case Management —Ipswich
- £16.75 - £18.74 an hour
- Part-time
- Human resources
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
HGV and PCV Driver Training Manager
Road to Logistics —Ipswich
- £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Driving
- Communication skills
Warehouse Supervisor/Forklift Driver
FREIGHTSTORE LTD —Stowmarket
- £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Maintenance
- Team management
- Free parking
Quick apply
7d
HGV Driver (Class 2 Multi Drop Delivery Driver)
Homefire Group Limited —Ipswich
- £15.23 an hour
- Overtime
- Customer service
- Driving
- In-person
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
Gas Inspector – Large Businesses (ACS Qualified)
Capita —Colchester
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Employee discount
FINMAR Portfolio Manager
WTW —Ipswich
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
7d
Full Time Positive Behaviour Support Worker- Driver Required.
CJP Outreach —Ipswich
- £14 an hour
- Full-time
- Driving
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Quick apply
5d
Carer Experience Lead
Right at Home Ipswich, Woodbridge and Felixstowe —Felixstowe
- Weekend availability
- Remote
- Microsoft Office
- Organisational skills
- IT
Quick apply
12d
Copy of Health & Wellbeing Coach - Mid & South Essex
Acacium Group —Colchester
- £21.71 an hour
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
11h
Sales Manager - New Homes
untypical —Bury St. Edmunds
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Excel
- Sales
- Computer literacy
- Employee assistance programme
Internal Sales Assistant
Howarth Timber & Building Supplies Limited —Bury St. Edmunds
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Sales
- Customer service
- Store discount
- Annual leave
Quick apply
5d
People (HR) & Recruitment Manager
First Bus —Ipswich
- Microsoft Office
- IT
- Employee assistance programme
8d
Programme Manager - 12 Month FTC
SmartestEnergy —Ipswich
- £50,000 - £59,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- IT
Quick apply
Cyber Security Analyst
SmartestEnergy —Ipswich
- £55,000 - £60,000 a year
- Remote
- IT
Quick apply
Expense Analyst
AXA —Ipswich
- Up to £50,000 a year
- Negotiation

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Local Operations Manager - Drivers - Southern Operations

Freightliner -
Ipswich

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Job details

Permanent
12 days ago

Benefits

Company pension

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Management
Microsoft Office
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

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 permanent role ideally located at Eastleigh- alternatively Ipswich, Tilbury, London Gateway.

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).

THE ROLE

A. Driver Welfare & Chain of Care (Primary Accountability)

Line management of drivers, ensuring welfare matters are addressed to conclusion
Conduct sickness and welfare contact within 24 hours of absence
Complete Return‑to‑Work interviews following all absences
Develop and manage phased return‑to‑work plans
Manage MFA placement, monitoring, and escalation
Liaise with HR and Occupational Health to ensure timely referrals and action plans
Ensure safeguarding, dignity, and confidentiality are always maintained.

B. Attendance, Conduct & Performance Management

Actively manage attendance, poor performance, and conduct issues
Apply disciplinary and grievance procedures in line with company policy and agreements
Conduct and document formal and informal reviews and warnings
Maintain accurate records and provide evidence based recommendations
Work with Trade Union representatives at local level as required

C. People Leadership & Engagement

Lead, motivate and support driver staff through visible leadership
Deliver regular briefings, safety communications and engagement events
Foster a high‑performing, customer‑focused team culture
Support employee development and apprenticeship engagement where applicable
Ensure equality, fairness, and emotional intelligence in all people decisions.

D. Interfaces with Production Manager (Competence)

Support welfare aspects of competence‑related incidents and investigations
Manage post‑incident welfare, fatigue, and fitness for duty discussions
Escalate concerns where welfare factors may impact competence

E. Operational & Resource Support

Work with rostering to manage efficient attendance and resource utilisation
Minimise reliance on free day working through proactive welfare planning
Support effective train service delivery through robust people management
Participate in on‑call and out‑of‑hours arrangements as required

F. Recruitment & Workforce Planning

Participate in driver recruitment interviews and selection panels
Provide recommendations based on behavioural and welfare considerations
Support onboarding and early‑stage welfare monitoring of new starters

Safety & Statutory Responsibilities

The post holder has day‑to‑day responsibility for:

The health, safety and welfare of all drivers within their reporting line
Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act and ROGS regulations
Ensuring welfare arrangements protect employees, rail users and the public
Maintaining a positive safety culture, ensuring behavioural standards are upheld

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

Attend operational incidents when required
Manage immediate and post‑incident welfare support
Liaise with Control, HR, and Production Managers during incidents
Ensure staff involved in incidents receive appropriate follow‑up and monitoring
Participate in on‑call response rosters including weekends and nights

YOUR PROFILE

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Experience managing staff in an operational or safety‑critical environment
Proven ability to manage attendance, welfare, and disciplinary processes
Experience working with Trade Unions
Understanding of Safety Management Systems and Rail Operating environments
Strong interpersonal, communication, and emotional intelligence skills

Qualifications & Requirements

Personal Track Safety (PTS)
Effective Incident Management training
Competence in investigations and evidence‑based reporting
IT competence (e.g. Microsoft Office, operational systems)
Full UK Driving Licence
Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and away from home if required.

Behavioural Competencies

Safety leadership as a first principle
Professional integrity and confidentiality
Fairness, independence, and resilience
Ability to influence and support others
Empathy, emotional regulation, and sound judgement

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.

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