LGV Driver Manager (6-months fixed term contract))

Nestlé; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Pension up to 12%

Flexible days

Volunteer days

Personal development

Job summary

Nestlé UK&I in York is seeking an experienced LGV Driver Manager to lead our dedicated transport operation on a 6‑month fixed-term contract. You will oversee a 24/7 fleet, ensuring optimal utilization and service to Nestlé sites and customers.

You will manage drivers, drive safety culture, develop labour plans, and report KPIs. Strong leadership, regulatory knowledge and continuous improvement mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in Transport/Logistics within FMCG is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of transport management legislation.
• Continuous improvement mindset is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work autonomously while complying with policy and practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities of the dedicated fleet transport operation in York, adhering to policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manage team of drivers, monitor performance, and promote a safety-first culture.
• Lead, coach and motivate drivers on rotating shifts, 7 days a week, 364 days a year.
• Develop labour plans for drivers and ensure adherence to Drivers’ Hours rules.
• Create reports to support KPI's and local objectives.
• Collaborate with vehicle workshops to ensure units and trailers are serviced.

Skills

People management

Transport legislation

Continuous improvement

Communication

Autonomy

Job description

Salary: Circa £42,000.00 depending on experience.

• Potential, discretionary annual bonus
• Generous pension scheme – up to 12% contribution from Nestle
• 12 flexible days on top of 25-day holiday entitlement
• A focus on personal development and growth.

Business Area: Nestle UK&I

Location: York

Salary: Circa £42,000.00 depending on experience.

Some Of Our Other Fantastic Benefits

• Potential, discretionary annual bonus
• Generous pension scheme – up to 12% contribution from Nestle
• 12 flexible days on top of 25-day holiday entitlement
• 2 paid volunteering days
• A focus on personal development and growth.

We have an excellent opportunity for a talented LGV Driver Manager to join our Nestle dedicated transport operations. This role is a 6-month fixed term contract opportunity.

Nestle UK&I’s transport operation is a unique and integral part of Nestlé Logistics and supports our internal sites and external customers. The transport fleet is a dynamic and essential component of our Supply Chain, helping us meet our Global Net Zero targets.

We distribute Nestle products from a broad range of categories including Confectionery, Beverage, Food, Dairy, Waters and Cereals, between our factories, distribution centres and also to our customers.

Our supply chain really is at the heart of our entire business, the success of Nestlé relies on its ability to effectively manage our hugely complex operation. We possess one of the most sophisticated value chains from farm to fork, putting the consumer at the heart of everything we do.

We take pride in championing inclusion and diversity. We proudly signed the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter, are committed to Disability Confidence, and have been recognised as a Times Top 50 Employer for gender equality for three consecutive years. Additionally, we are a headline partner of Diversity and Inclusion in grocery.

Your impact

The purpose of the role is to lead and support a team of drivers, to ensure full utilisation of our dedicated fleet vehicles, that provide 24/7 support to the operation.

• You will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily activities of the dedicated fleet Transport Operation in York, while adhering to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• The driver manager will manage the team of drivers, monitor performance, and promote a culture of safety being the number one priority.
• The role requires strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and a deep understanding of transportation regulations and best practices.
• You will lead, coach, and motivate a team of drivers on a rotating shift pattern, 7 days a week, 364 days a year.

Other key responsibilities of this role will include:

• Driving a positive safety culture through effective communication, training, and engagement.
• Ensuring a high-level service to our internal and external customers.
• Developing labour plans for drivers and ensure adherence to Drivers’ Hours rules.
• People management processes – absence management, appraisals etc.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in transportation and use of alternative fuels.
• Work collaboratively with other Driver Managers.
• Creating appropriate reports to support KPI's to support the local objectives.
• Work closely with vehicle workshops service providers to ensure units and trailers are available for periodic servicing, in line with terms set out in Operating license agreements.

Your ingredients for success

Ideally, you will have a background in Transport/Logistics within the FMCG industry and a real passion for continuous improvement.

We’re keen to attract someone to be an ambassador for Nestle, with the following skills and experience:

• People Management, ideally in a unionised environment.
• Working knowledge of transport management legislation.
• A Continuous Improvement mindset.
• A strong communicator who earns respect.
• Ability to work autonomously whilst maintaining compliance with business policy and practices.

What You Need To Know

Advert posting date: 13/10/2026

Advert closing date: 27/10/2026

At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect and we believe that embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment allows everyone to reach their full potential and drives innovative thinking. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all gender identities, ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities, parents, carers and members of the LGBT+ community. Please let us know if we can provide accommodations to ensure your full participation in the application process.

To find out more about Nestle’s commitment to DEI: Nestlé's Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

Right to work in the UK

In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. We have assessed this role and do not consider that we would be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route as the role does not meet the relevant Home Office criteria; the successful candidate therefore must be able to demonstrate their own right to work during the recruitment process without Nestlé sponsorship.

To find out more about your recruitment journey with Nestle: Recruitment Journey | Nestlé UK & Ireland