Driver Team Leader

PHS Group Ltd.; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

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Salary package

Holiday entitlement

Career development

Benefits package

Job summary

PHS Group Ltd. in Exeter is seeking a Driver Team Leader to supervise a small driver team within the healthcare operations. You will mentor colleagues, manage day-to-day operations, and ensure service levels meet regional targets while communicating with depot management.

The role requires a full UK manual driving licence (6 points max), DBS check, and willingness to work extra hours for urgent requests. Competitive salary £29,139 per year including bonus, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous training/coaching experience desirable.
• Excellent service delivery and driving skills.
• Able to work with managers, drivers, HR, L&D and Health and Safety teams.
• Abide by Health and Safety regulations and COSHH, including PPE.
• Full UK manual driving licence for 12 months with a max of 6 points.
• Enhanced DBS checks may be required.
• Vaccinations against Hepatitis B and tetanus/polio may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of drivers, providing guidance and mentorship to drive performance.
• Implement ongoing training to keep the team updated on products, requirements and policies.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and drive continuous improvement.
• Support recruitment of new drivers, including interviews and onboarding.
• Respond to urgent customer requests as directed, possibly including extra hours.
• Conduct comprehensive induction training for new team members.
• Provide performance feedback to individuals and management.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team supervision

Communication

Driving skills

Health & Safety

HR liaison

Job description

Driver Team Leader- Healthcare Operations

Location: Exeter

Salary including bonus: £29,139.00

Driver Team Leader role plays a pivotal role within the hygiene operation, responsible for guiding a team of colleagues to achieve their regions collective goals and service levels. They serve as a bridge between frontline colleagues and depot management ensuring effective communication and implementation of company strategies and objectives.

Here’s what you get with phs….

• A base salary of£26,639 + £2,500 bonus
• 23 days annual holiday + bank holidays
• Great career development opportunities
• A range of other benefits such as pension, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, life assurance, discount on household consumables and variety of retailers

The job …

• Experienced in leading a small team of driver colleagues, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to ensure high levels of performance and productivity.
• Implement ongoing training initiatives to keep team members updated on new products, customer requirements, best practices, and company policies.
• Take ownership of the team's area, overseeing day-to-day operations, resolving issues, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the recruitment of new drivers, including sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, completing observation days, and onboarding new team members.
• To respond to urgent customer requests as directed by the scheduling team or management team.This may sometimes involve working extra hours.
• Conduct comprehensive induction training for new team members, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in their roles.
• Feedback on performance including knowledge attitude and skill to individuals and management.

Essential requirement…

• Previous training/coaching experience desirable
• Excellent Service Delivery and Driving skills.
• Able to work effectively with Managers, Drivers, HR, L&D and Health and Safety Teams
• To abide by and communicate/demonstrate Health and Safety regulations and COSHH, including always wearing appropriate protective clothing.
• Demonstrates resilience and ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Full UK manual Driving License for a minimum of 12 months (Subject to insurance requirements), with a maximum of 6 points.
• The successful candidate will need to meet the requirements of an enhanced DBS check.
• Due to the nature of waste we handle and the customers we service, itsmandatorydrivers are to have vaccinations against Hepatitis B, tetanus/polio

At phs, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination.