Logistics supervisor

J Murphy & Sons Limited; New Ollerton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Murphy is seeking a Logistics Supervisor to manage a 15-vehicle fleet and ensure regulatory compliance across drivers, hours rules, and ADR standards. You will drive continuous improvement, develop talent, and maintain accurate records while leading a team of drivers in a fast-paced project environment.

The role requires strong numeracy, proficient use of MS Office, and experience in logistics within construction or engineering contexts. A proactive, communicative leader will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Must have previous logistics experience.
• 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.
• Experience of managing people and developing talent.

Responsibilities

• Management of a 15-vehicle fleet.
• Ensure that drivers comply with drivers' hours and tachograph rules and with speed limits.
• Ensure that vehicles are maintained, including PMIs and defects remedied.
• Management of vehicle and driver defects.
• Ensure all records are accurate and kept for a period of no less than 15 months.
• 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.
• Keep up to date with changes to transport legislation, attending relevant training as required.
• Plan the development of HGV drivers through periodic driver CPC training.
• Ensure reporting of Health & Safety incidents in line with Group expectations.

Skills

Logistics experience

People management

Transport regulations knowledge

Numeracy

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

As a Logistics supervisor, you will be a key member of our team, playing an integral part in the success of the business. We are looking for a highly organised, adaptable individual who thrives in a fast-paced ever-changing environment. The ideal candidate will be a natural communicator with a positive, proactive attitude, eager to contribute to the growth of the company and be part of our winning team.

A day in the life of a Murphy Logistics Supervisor

• Management of a 15-vehicle fleet
• Ensure that drivers comply with drivers' hours and tachograph rules and with speed limits.
• Ensure that vehicles are maintained, including PMIs and defects remedied
• Management of vehicle and driver defects
• Ensure all records are accurate and kept for a period of no less than 15 months.
• 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.
• Keep up to date with changes to transport legislation, attending relevant training as required.
• Plan the development of HGV drivers through periodic driver CPC training.
• Ensure reporting of Health & Safety incidents in line with Group expectations.

Must have previous logistics experience

• 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.
• Experience of managing people and developing talent.

Murphy is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 with a purpose to improve life by delivering world‑class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada and America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation; natural resources; energy and water. Headquartered in London, Murphy has a number of related businesses - Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities. Murphy employs around 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, they work as 'One Murphy'