Flexible Transport Operations Lead

Deutsche Post; Harlow; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

25 days annual leave

Discretionary annual bonus

Flexible working conversations

Generous pension scheme

GP service

Discounts

Financial wellbeing support

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Harlow is seeking a Transport First Line Manager to oversee a busy transport operation, ensuring safety, compliance and efficient delivery while developing and supporting a high-performing team.

You will lead day-to-day operations, coach drivers, ensure Licence and transport regulations, monitor vehicle compliance, promote health and safety, analyze performance, and collaborate with colleagues and customers to meet objectives.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a transport, logistics or operational leadership role.
• Strong people management skills with the ability to motivate and engage teams.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• A proactive, hands-on approach and the confidence to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and transport or warehouse management systems.
• A strong commitment to safety, compliance and delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Leading the day-to-day transport operation to ensure service, safety and compliance standards are consistently achieved.
• Supporting and developing drivers through coaching, performance management and regular one-to-one meetings.
• Ensuring compliance with Operator Licence requirements, transport legislation and company policies.
• Monitoring vehicle compliance and defect management processes.
• Promoting a strong health and safety culture across the operation.
• Analysing operational performance and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, customers and support functions to achieve operational objectives.

Skills

Transport leadership

People management

Communication

Problem-solving

Proactive mindset

Safety compliance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Transport/Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

DHL Supply Chain in Harlow is seeking a Transport First Line Manager to oversee a busy transport operation, ensuring safety, compliance and efficient delivery while developing and supporting a high-performing team.

You will lead day-to-day operations, coach drivers, ensure Licence and transport regulations, monitor vehicle compliance, promote health and safety, analyze performance, and collaborate with colleagues and customers to meet objectives.