Driver and Dispatch Manager

TipTopJob; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Bakeri Baltzersen in Harrogate is seeking an experienced Driver and Dispatch Manager to lead day-to-day delivery operations, supervise drivers and coordinate a fleet of eight vans. This hands-on role combines packing, driving, dispatch, and fleet coordination, with shifts from midnight to 10am, Wednesday to Saturday.

The role emphasizes practical, on-the-ground leadership and routine route optimization, ensuring timely deliveries and fleet safety.

Job description

Bakeri Baltzersen, Harrogate, HG3 2SG

A GBP 16.00 per hour + A GBP 3.00 per hour unsocial hours supplement between 11pm and 6am

Full:time 40 hours per week

Wednesday to Saturday Approx. midnight:10am

We are looking for an experienced Driver and Dispatch Manager to take responsibility for our day:to:day delivery operation, lead our team of drivers and help manage our fleet of eight company vans.

This is a very hands:on role combining packing, driving, dispatch, team supervision and fleet coordination.

The first 2:3 hours of each shift are focused on getting products packed and ready for delivery. This is a team effort, with everyone pitching in to make sure orders are prepared, loaded and ready to leave on time.

From there, you will help coordinate the delivery operation, regularly complete delivery routes yourself and lead the driver team, while ensuring vehicles are properly maintained and the overall operation runs smoothly.

This is not a desk:based management position, so were looking for someone who enjoys being actively involved in the day:to:day operation and leading by example.

The Role

Working closely with our Logistics Manager, you will help ensure our bakery products are packed, loaded and delivered to customers safely, efficiently and on time.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Working alongside the team to pack products during the first 2:3 hours of each shift
• Making sure orders are prepared and ready for loading and dispatch
• Coordinating daily delivery schedules and dispatching drivers
• Regularly completing delivery routes yourself
• Supervising and providing day:to:day support to the driver team
• Planning routes and allocating drivers and vehicles
• Responding quickly to delivery, staffing or transport issues
• Monitoring driver performance using vehicle tracking information
• Helping onboard and train new drivers
• Maintaining accurate delivery, vehicle and operational records
• Liaising with customers and colleagues regarding deliveries and service updates
• Identifying opportunities to improve routes, processes and operational efficiency

Fleet Management

You will also help manage our fleet of eight electric and diesel vans, including:

• Coordinating servicing, MOTs, repairs and maintenance
• Carrying out regular vehicle checks
• Ensuring vehicles remain safe, roadworthy and compliant
• Monitoring mileage, fuel usage and vehicle performance
• Maintaining insurance, tax and maintenance documentation
• Managing vehicle allocations
• Ensuring appropriate health and safety and transport procedures are followed

About You

Were looking for someone with previous experience in a delivery, transport, logistics or similar operational environment who is ready to take responsibility for both people and day:to:day operations.

Ideally, You Will Have

• Previous experience within transport, delivery, distribution or logistics
• Experience supervising, coordinating or leading drivers or an operational team
• Experience coordinating delivery routes, schedules or dispatch operations
• Experience looking after vehicles or a small fleet
• A full UK driving licence
• Strong organisational and problem:solving skills
• Confidence making decisions and dealing with operational issues
• Good communication and people:management skills
• A practical, hands:on approach and willingness to pitch in wherever needed
• The ability to work effectively during permanent night and early:morning hours

Previous experience as a Transport Supervisor, Dispatch Supervisor, Fleet Supervisor, Lead Driver, Senior Delivery Driver or in a similar operational role could be particularly relevant.

Hours and Pay

The role works four 10:hour shifts per week, Wednesday to Saturday, approximately midnight to 10am.

The standard rate is A GBP 16.00 per hour, with an additional A GBP 3.00 per hour u