Driver Team Leader

Lyreco Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyreco Group is seeking a Distribution Team Leader for its Bristol Regional Distribution Centre. The role involves managing delivery drivers, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining high customer service standards. Ideal candidates will be knowledgeable about delivery operations and possess strong supervisory skills. This position offers a positive working environment and various employee benefits.

Benefits

23 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Company Pension

Private Medical Insurance (after one year of service)

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Highway Code and delivery vehicle regulations.
• Understanding of tachographs and EU working time regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of delivery drivers and ensure high service standards.
• Conduct vehicle checks and assist with logistics operations.
• Recruit new staff and maintain compliance with regulations.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Planning

Interpersonal skills

Job description

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Hours of Work: 45 hours per week – Monday to Friday, starting at 6.30am

Lyreco is the market leader in Workplace Solutions, providing workplace solutions to businesses globally across various sectors.

We have a rare opportunity to join our team as a Distribution Team Leader at our Regional Distribution Centre in Bristol.

Reporting to the Regional Distribution Centre Manager, the Team Leader is responsible for assisting in the daily operational management of drivers.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the RDC Manager in managing a team of Delivery Drivers, providing relief for holiday, sickness, and training.
• Loading and unloading trucks, delivering orders (furniture or General Office Products), and maintaining high customer service standards.
• Assisting with unloading/breaking down pallets and sorting goods into route order.
• Conducting random vehicle checks to ensure correct loading.
• Performing weekly vehicle checks for damage and reporting faults or accidents promptly.
• Participating in recruitment of new staff members.

Ideal candidate qualities:

• Basic knowledge of Highway Code and regulations for delivery vehicle operation.
• Basic understanding of tachographs and EU working time regulations.
• Good supervisory and communication skills.
• Ability to schedule, plan, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, as regular contact with customers is required.

Lyreco offers a positive working environment, fostering a culture that values our people and encourages growth. Benefits include:

• 23 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Company Pension
• Private Medical Insurance (after one year of service)
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

As a diverse and inclusive employer, we embed principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work, including our staff, customers, suppliers, and community. We are committed to staff wellbeing and environmental sustainability.