Logistics Supervisor

J Murphy & Sons Limited; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plant hire company based in Hemel Hempstead seeks a Logistics Supervisor to ensure compliance with transport regulations and oversee HGV drivers. The ideal candidate will have logistics experience and technical transport expertise, along with strong management skills. Responsibilities include vehicle maintenance, reporting, and improving customer experiences. Competitive salary and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous logistics experience required.
• Technical experience with transport is an asset.
• Leadership skills to manage and develop talent.

Responsibilities

• Ensure drivers comply with transport regulations.
• Maintain and inspect vehicles regularly.
• Monitor HGV drivers' compliance and performance.
• Report Health & Safety incidents as required.

Skills

Logistics experience

Knowledge of transport regulations

Proficient with Microsoft Office

People management

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.

A day in the life of a Murphy Logistics Supervisor

• Ensure that drivers comply with drivers’ hours and tachograph rules and with speed limits.
• The making of arrangements to ensure that the vehicles are maintained properly, including the inspection of vehicles at the appropriate time and the action taken to remedy defects found.
• The reporting and recording of 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 the vehicle/s are not overloaded.
• Ensuring that authorised vehicles will be 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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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 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