HGV Driver Supervisor

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Cranbrook; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Driver Supervisor for a busy depot in Chequer Tree, United Kingdom. The role blends supervisory leadership with practical duties across transport, warehouse and yard operations.

You will support drivers, ensure all vehicles are compliant and roadworthy, and oversee daily transport plans to meet schedules while upholding safety and customer service standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport, logistics, fleet supervision, or driver management.
• Strong understanding of transport operations and compliance.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Able to motivate and support a team.
• Flexible with working hours and operational requirements.
• Physically capable of operational duties.
• HGV driving experience and relevant licences would be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support drivers at the start of each shift, ensuring attendance and operational readiness.
• Ensure all drivers have the correct delivery documentation and information.
• Monitor and manage vehicle defects, arranging repairs and carrying out minor corrective actions where appropriate.
• Implement and oversee daily transport and load plans.
• Provide driver cover and support transport operations when required.
• Operate as a depot shunter driver when necessary.
• Assist with trailer loading and unloading.
• Maintain and enforce site biosecurity procedures.
• Support warehouse, recycling, and packaging operations as required.
• Deliver driver inductions, training, and driving assessments.
• Support transport planning activities (full training provided).
• Carry out quality control procedures and investigate operational issues.
• Provide out-of-hours support when required.
• Cover overnight stays and weekend work as business needs dictate.
• Coach and support new employees through on-the-job training.
• Ensure Health & Safety, hygiene, and company procedures are followed at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Flexibility

Team motivation

HGV driving

Physical stamina

Job description

Driver Supervisor

Location: Chequer Tree

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: 50 Hours Per Week

Salary: £42,172 per annum (£16.22 per hour)

Overtime: £20.06 per hour

Weekend Overtime: £25.71 per hour

Are you an experienced transport professional looking to step into a leadership role within a busy logistics operation? We're looking for a hands-on Driver Supervisor to lead daily transport activities, support drivers, and ensure the smooth running of a fast-paced depot operation.

As Driver Supervisor, you will work closely with the Transport Manager to ensure all drivers are prepared for their shifts, vehicles are compliant and roadworthy, and transport schedules are delivered efficiently. You'll be the key point of contact for drivers, supporting operational performance while maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and customer service.

The role combines supervisory responsibilities with practical involvement across transport, warehouse, and yard functions, making it ideal for someone who enjoys being actively involved in the day-to-day operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support drivers at the start of each shift, ensuring attendance and operational readiness.
• Ensure all drivers have the correct delivery documentation and information.
• Monitor and manage vehicle defects, arranging repairs and carrying out minor corrective actions where appropriate.
• Implement and oversee daily transport and load plans.
• Provide driver cover and support transport operations when required.
• Operate as a depot shunter driver when necessary.
• Assist with trailer loading and unloading.
• Maintain and enforce site biosecurity procedures.
• Support warehouse, recycling, and packaging operations as required.
• Deliver driver inductions, training, and driving assessments.
• Support transport planning activities (full training provided).
• Carry out quality control procedures and investigate operational issues.
• Provide out-of-hours support when required.
• Cover overnight stays and weekend work as business needs dictate.
• Coach and support new employees through on-the-job training.
• Ensure Health & Safety, hygiene, and company procedures are followed at all times.

Requirements

• Previous experience within transport, logistics, fleet supervision, or driver management.
• Strong understanding of transport operations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and support a team.
• Flexible approach to working hours and operational requirements.
• Reliable, dependable, and self-motivated.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Physically capable of carrying out operational duties when required.
• HGV driving experience and relevant licences would be highly advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £42,172 per annum.
• Overtime available at £20.06 per hour.
• Weekend overtime paid at £25.71 per hour.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• Opportunity to develop transport planning and supervisory skills.
• Varied role with exposure to transport, fleet, warehouse, and logistics operations.
• Supportive team environment and long-term career progression opportunities.

If you're a motivated logistics professional looking for a rewarding supervisory position where you can make a real impact on day-to-day transport operations, we'd love to hear from you