Day Shift Supervisor-Luton Depot

ao.com; Luton; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading appliance company in Luton is seeking a proactive Day Shift Supervisor to manage warehouse operations effectively. You will prepare delivery runs, monitor daily progress, and resolve any issues professionally. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of transport legislation, excellent communication skills, and decision-making abilities. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary of £27,000 per annum, working 40 hours per week with a shift pattern of 5 on 3 off, 5 on 2 off. Enjoy generous benefits including holiday, pension contributions, and discounts.

Benefits

31 days holiday

At least 5% contribution pension scheme

Exclusive Staff Discount

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Packages

Expression of wish service

Make a difference days (x2 fully paid charity days a year)

Share-save Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of transport legislation and logistics operations.
• Ability to build positive relationships under pressure and maintain professionalism.
• Confident decision-making skills when the Depot Manager is unavailable.
• Quick problem-solving ability and adaptability to changing situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee daily delivery and installation runs to ensure timely dispatch.
• Monitor operations throughout the day, resolving issues promptly to maintain service standards.
• Check all vehicles leaving the depot for security, legality, and compliance with transport legislation.
• Complete daily in-house reports for the Depot Manager.
• Support and guide drivers, handling queries professionally and efficiently.
• Conduct alcohol testing when required and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Manage transhipping and reloads to keep operations flowing smoothly.
• Debrief vehicles returning from delivery and installation runs, addressing any issues or damages.

Skills

Strong understanding of transport legislation

Ability to build positive relationships

Decision-making skills

Problem-solving ability

Verbal and written communication

Competence in Microsoft Office

Job description

We’re looking for a proactive Day Shift Supervisor to keep our warehouse operations running smoothly and ensure every customer receives their appliance on time. You’ll take ownership of preparing delivery and installation runs each morning, monitoring progress throughout the day, and resolving any issues quickly and professionally.

This is a hands‑on role where you’ll support our self‑loading depot, ensure all vehicles are roadworthy and compliant, and provide ongoing assistance to our Drivers, Quality, and People teams.
Salary: £27,000 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week

Shift Pattern:5 on 3 off, 5 on 2 off (4am-1pm)
Contract: Full‑time, Permanent
Location: Park Avenue Industrial Estate, Park Avenue, Luton, Bedfordshire LU3 3BP

Here’s What You Can Expect To Be Doing

Prepare and oversee daily delivery and installation runs to ensure timely dispatch.

Monitor operations throughout the day, resolving issues promptly to maintain service standards.

Check all vehicles leaving the depot for security, legality, and compliance with transport legislation.

Complete daily in‑house reports for the Depot Manager.

Support and guide drivers, handling queries professionally and efficiently.

Conduct alcohol testing when required and ensure compliance with company policies.

Manage transhipping and reloads to keep operations flowing smoothly.

Debrief vehicles returning from delivery and installation runs, addressing any issues or damages.

A Few Things About You

Strong understanding of transport legislation and logistics operations.

Ability to build positive relationships under pressure and maintain professionalism.

Confident decision‑making skills when the Depot Manager is unavailable.

Quick problem‑solving ability and adaptability to changing situations.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

• 31 days holiday
• At least 5% contribution pension scheme
• Exclusive Staff Discount
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Packages
• Expression of wish service
• Make a difference days (x2 fully paid charity days a year)
• Share‑save Scheme

To see all our benefits and perks, visit our AO Benefits page.