Depot Shift Supervisor - Transport & Logistics Lead

AO; Basildon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days holiday

Pension scheme 5%+

Healthcare Cashback Scheme

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adop

Expression of wish service

Make a difference days

Job summary

AO is seeking a Depot Supervisor in Basildon to keep the warehouse running smoothly and ensure every delivery and installation is ready to roll each morning. You will supervise a self‑loading depot, verify vehicle safety and compliance, and support Drivers while coordinating with Quality and People teams.

Ideal candidates are organized, proactive and capable of swift, independent problem solving, with strong Excel skills and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of transport legislation and logistics operations.
• Ability to build positive relationships under pressure.
• Excellent decision making and problem solving skills.
• Clear and confident communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Competent in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily in‑house reports for the Depot Manager.
• Check all vehicles leaving the depot meet transport legislation and security requirements.
• Ensure all members comply with training standards.
• Conduct alcohol testing when required.
• Communicate professionally with Drivers, resolving queries promptly.
• Carry out transport debriefing for vehicles returning from delivery and installation runs.
• Manage transhipping and reloads effectively.
• Challenge vehicle issues or damages with Drivers.
• Make operational decisions in the absence of the Depot Manager to maintain performance and service.
• React quickly to information and solve problems independently.

Skills

Transport legislation

Relationship building

Decision making

Problem solving

Communication

Excel

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AO is seeking a Depot Supervisor in Basildon to keep the warehouse running smoothly and ensure every delivery and installation is ready to roll each morning. You will supervise a self‑loading depot, verify vehicle safety and compliance, and support Drivers while coordinating with Quality and People teams.

Ideal candidates are organized, proactive and capable of swift, independent problem solving, with strong Excel skills and excellent communication.