Logistics Supervisor

J Murphy & Sons; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Logistics Supervisor in Hemel Hempstead. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with transport regulations, manage vehicle maintenance, and oversee HGV drivers to enhance customer experience and profitability. Previous logistics experience and technical knowledge of transport are essential. This position offers opportunities for professional development within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Must have previous logistics experience, technical experience with transport.
• Possess extensive knowledge of transport regulations.
• Experience within a construction/engineering or similar background would be beneficial.
• Literate and numerate with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other applications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with drivers’ hours and tachograph rules.
• Make arrangements for vehicle maintenance.
• Report and record vehicle defects.
• Implement controls for vehicle overload prevention.
• Ensure authorized vehicles are kept at appropriate centres.

Skills

Previous logistics experience

Knowledge of transport regulations

Managing people

Development of talent

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

Murphy is recruiting for a Logistics Supervisor to work with Murphy Plant at Hemel Hempstead. Murphy Plant is committed to delivering a plant hire service that is simple, safe, efficient and reliable. We manage and maintain more than £100 million worth of innovative, best in-class plant, transport and specialist equipment and our work spans multiple sectors. Our inventory includes over 15,000 assets, ranging from small tools to piling rigs, alongside our award-winning vehicle fleet which includes one of the UK’s most comprehensive collection of crawler cranes. Our broad range of equipment also includes specialist assets for ground engineering, pipeline testing, tunnelling, rail and more.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that drivers comply with drivers’ hours and tachograph rules and with speed limits.
• Make arrangements to ensure that vehicles are maintained properly, including inspection at the appropriate time and action to remedy defects found.
• Report and record vehicle defects by drivers.
• Ensure the accuracy of all records, which must be kept for a period of not less than 15 months.
• Implement controls to ensure that vehicles are not overloaded.
• Ensure authorised vehicles are kept at the authorised operating centre(s) when not in use.
• Control all Human Capital activity in relation to HGV drivers in region in line with Group HC processes.
• Ensure compliance with ADR Regulations.
• Monitor the DVSA Operator Compliance Risk Score (OCRS) system.
• Investigate all road-side checks by DVSA.
• Utilise the company vehicle tracker system for the control of HGV Drivers.
• Attend FTA Transport Manager Seminars annually to keep up to date with changes to transport legislation.
• Consider commercial efficiencies within the region to increase profitability.
• Improve customer experience ensuring that JMS are recognised as the Murphy Plant client and are serviced in line with best practice customer service.
• Plan the development of HGV drivers through periodic driver CPC training.
• Ensure reporting of Health & Safety incidents in line with Group expectations.

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Requirements

• Must have previous logistics experience, technical experience with transport
• Possess extensive knowledge of transport regulations
• Experience within a construction/engineering or similar background would be beneficial
• Literate and Numerate with proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other office applications.
• Be able to handle emergencies and adjust team priorities and work schedules as needed.
• Experience of managing people and developing talent.