Dispatch Supervisor

Fusion People Ltd; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction materials sector is seeking a Dispatch Supervisor for a permanent role in Ilkeston. You will manage logistics, ensuring product delivery on time and compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience and strong communication skills, contributing to a high-profile project.

Qualifications

• Preferable experience in concrete/precast sector or general construction.
• Proven supervisory experience, especially in logistics.
• Experience with loading oversized items.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily logistics and despatch operations on-site.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies.
• Coordinate with production and QC teams for timely deliveries.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team player

Health, Safety, and Environmental focus

Education

IOSH Managing Safely

FLT, Shunter, and RTG Licences

Slinger Signaller training

Job description

Job Title: Dispatch Supervisor
Location: Ilkeston, Derbyshire
Duration: Permanent
Pay Rate: Circa 30,000 per annum

We are currently recruiting for a Dispatch Supervisor for a permanent position based in Ilkeston.

To support the business in delivering quality products on time and to specification by supervising daily logistics and despatch operations on-site.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Plan daily activities for loaders, including liaising with subcontractors (hauliers) to ensure timely and compliant loading.
Ensure all manufactured products are quickly moved to storage to maintain production efficiency.
Coordinate with production and QC teams to ensure products are on time and within specification.
Ensure compliance with legislative and company health & safety policies.
Maintain high housekeeping standards across the site.
Collaborate with management to identify and implement improvements in processes and productivity.
Communicate proactively with management to resolve issues.
Work closely with the despatch team to manage the area effectively.
Supervise the team to meet agreed KPIs.

Qualifications & Training:
Preferable experience in concrete/precast sector, construction materials, or general construction.
IOSH Managing Safely (preferred).
Experience supervising the distribution of large precast elements using mobile cranes.
Strong communication skills.
Proven team player, able to work across departments.
Strong Health, Safety, and Environmental focus.
Previous supervisory experience.
FLT, Shunter, and RTG Licences (training provided if needed).
Experience with loading oversized items.
Must be motivated to succeed and drive team performance on a high-profile project.
Slinger Signaller training (past or current).
First Aid trained.

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