Dispatch Supervisor

Winner Recruitment Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing support from Winner Recruiter

Job summary

Winner Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Dispatch Supervisor to join a busy transport operation. You will oversee daily dispatch, coordinate Class 1 (HGV) drivers and ensure timely delivery schedules.

The role requires strong organisational and communication skills, the ability to motivate drivers, and a proactive approach to resolving delays while adhering to health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a transport or dispatch supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of Class 1 (HGV) transport operations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day dispatch operation.
• Coordinating Class 1 (HGV) drivers and ensuring efficient vehicle allocation.
• Managing vehicle movements, departure times and delivery schedules.
• Ensuring all drivers have the correct paperwork and instructions.
• Monitoring transport operations to ensure deadlines and schedules are met.
• Communicating effectively with drivers, transport planners and management.
• Resolving any dispatch issues or delays in a timely manner.
• Ensuring all transport and health & safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Dispatch supervisory experience

Class 1 (HGV) transport operations

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Decision-making

Driver management

Job description

Winner Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Dispatch Supervisor to join a busy transport operation on behalf of one of our prestigious clients.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in transport and logistics who has strong organisational skills and the ability to lead and coordinate a busy dispatch operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the day-to-day dispatch operation.
• Coordinating Class 1 (HGV) drivers and ensuring efficient vehicle allocation.
• Managing vehicle movements, departure times and delivery schedules.
• Ensuring all drivers have the correct paperwork and instructions.
• Monitoring transport operations to ensure deadlines and schedules are met.
• Communicating effectively with drivers, transport planners and management.
• Resolving any dispatch issues or delays in a timely manner.
• Ensuring all transport and health & safety procedures are followed.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in a transport or dispatch supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of Class 1 (HGV) transport operations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced transport environment.
• Confident decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach with the ability to manage and motivate drivers.

What's On Offer?

• £14.00 per hour
• Typically 8-hour shifts.
• Opportunity to work with a well-established transport operation.
• Ongoing support from Winner Recruitment.