First Line Manager - Transport

DHL Supply Chain; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics leader in Hatfield is seeking a Transport Operations Supervisor to lead daily operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and team collaboration. Ideal candidates will have proven management experience and a strong background in logistics. This role offers benefits such as a discretionary bonus, flexible working options, and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site canteen

Discretionary bonus

Generous pension scheme

24/7 GP consultations

Retail discounts

Affordable loans and savings schemes

Qualifications

• Proven management or leadership experience.
• Strong operational knowledge of logistics and warehousing.
• Experience in transportation operations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily transport operations.
• Implement strategies to enhance productivity.
• Uphold safety standards and compliance regulations.
• Track key performance indicators.
• Foster a strong team culture.

Skills

Management experience

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Job description

Pay Rate: £30,714
Grade: RCS N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: 4 on 4 off - 05:00am until 17:00pm
Location: Hatfield

What you'll do

• Lead the Team: Supervise daily transport operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. Your leadership will inspire and motivate our team to reach new heights!
• Streamline Processes: Implement innovative strategies to enhance productivity and efficiency in our transport department.
• Ensure Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards and compliance regulations, creating a safe and secure workplace for everyone.
• Monitor Performance: Track key performance indicators and drive continuous improvement initiatives to meet and exceed our goals.
• Foster Collaboration: Build a strong team culture that values communication, accountability and teamwork. Together, we\'ll achieve great results!

This role would suit people who

• Have proven management or leadership experience (essential)
• Have background or exposure to transportation operations (desirable)
• Have strong operational knowledge of logistics and warehousing
• Think strategically and have a passion for problem-solving
• Are natural leaders with excellent communication skills, able to inspire and engage their team

Why join us?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• We\'re happy to talk about flexible working - just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

Who we are

We\'re the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

Building an inclusive workplace

At DHL, we\'re all about creating a workplace where everyone\'s skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing Monday 6th October 2025. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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