Fleet Trailer Supervisor

DHL Germany; Coventry; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the logistics sector, DHL eCommerce UK is seeking a Fleet Trailer Supervisor to manage and enhance fleet efficiency and safety. The role involves responsibilities like tracking trailers, managing service events, and ensuring compliance with transport regulations. Join a workplace recognized for its commitment to career development and diversity.

Benefits

Discount vouchers for restaurants

Enhanced family leave

Childcare discounts

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Fleet and Trailer Management.
• Transport National and International Certificate of Professional Competence required.
• Must have O’Licence for the business and hub.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control the trailer fleet coordinating with Network Operations.
• Book and plan service events for trailers and maintain electronic databases.
• Provide technical guidance and prepare weekly service and MOT reports.

Skills

Fleet and Trailer Management

Knowledge of transport legalities

Education

Transport National and International Certificate of Professional Competence

O’Licence for the business and hub

Job description

Position: Fleet Trailer Supervisor

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Coventry

Why choose DHL eCommerce UK?

Join one of the UK’s best workplaces! DHL eCommerce UK has been recognized as a Best Workplace 2025 and has achieved Top Employer accreditation for 5 consecutive years. We offer competitive pay rates and a range of benefits including discount vouchers for restaurants, cinemas, retail outlets, healthcare, pension, enhanced family leave, childcare discounts, employee assistance programs, and more.

About the role:

Manage and control a trailer fleet, coordinating closely with Network Operations to enhance efficiency and safety. Responsibilities include vehicle and trailer tracking, fuel consumption reporting, driver behavior monitoring, and fleet maintenance management following company policies and guidelines.

• Oversee approximately 730 core trailers and 240 hire trailers (as of 2023, 558 core and 264 hire)
• Book and plan service events for trailers
• Operate under WM operator license
• Manage VOR trailers in the network
• Maintain electronic databases for sales, registration, inspections, and maintenance
• Provide technical guidance to managers and staff
• Prepare weekly service and MOT reports
• Challenge lead times with suppliers and create hold plans
• Locate trailers and liaise with network and workshops
• Develop data management systems for fleet organization
• Establish and maintain relationships with external transport providers
• Coordinate with external service providers and influence other departments
• Authorize work and defect reports

The ideal candidate will have:

• Transport National and International Certificate of Professional Competence
• O’Licence for the business and hub
• Experience level: 4+ years
• Experience in Fleet and Trailer Management
• Knowledge of transport legalities

Career development:

We support your career growth through dedicated learning programs and an open culture where your voice matters. Shape your future with DHL eCommerce UK.

Next steps:

If qualified and interested, submit your application with an updated CV.

Our approach to Diversity and Inclusion:

We value diversity as a strength and are committed to fair, transparent, and inclusive hiring practices, welcoming applicants regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion, or belief.