First Line Manager - Transport

DHL; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global logistics company in Hatfield seeks a proactive Transport First Line Manager. This role involves supervising transport operations, ensuring safety standards, and driving team performance. Ideal candidates will have proven management experience and a strong understanding of logistics. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site canteen

Discretionary bonus

Generous pension scheme

24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and savings schemes

Qualifications

• Proven management or leadership experience is essential.
• Background or exposure to transportation operations is desirable.
• Strong operational knowledge of logistics and warehousing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily transport operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
• Implement strategies to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Uphold high safety standards and compliance regulations.
• Track key performance indicators to drive improvement.
• Build a strong team culture valuing communication and teamwork.

Skills

Management experience

Operational knowledge of logistics

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Job description

Transport First Line Manager – DHL Supply Chain

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

We’re DHL Supply Chain, a leading global logistics company. We’re looking for a proactive Transport First Line Manager to lead our operations and drive success.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

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

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 with 8% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit our careers page 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 deliver for customers across industries including retail, automotive and healthcare.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we’re committed to 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 note that interviews are provisionally scheduled for the week commencing Monday 6 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. We review applications continuously and, where volumes are high, the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered, please submit early.

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