Night Shift - Control Tower Supervisor

Adecco; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Control Tower Supervisor to oversee transport operations focused on night dispatches. The successful candidate will lead the Driving Team, ensure compliance with regulations, and identify performance issues while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Strong administrative and communication skills are essential for this role. This is a temporary to permanent position based in Haddenham.

Benefits

Access to exclusive benefits portal

Discounts from high-street retailers

Wellbeing hub

Qualifications

• Strong administrative skills and a knack for organisation.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, especially when interacting with drivers.
• A proactive mindset focused on quality and performance improvement.
• The ability to work independently and contribute effectively to the team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day transport operations focused on night‑time deliveries.
• Lead and support the Driving Team to meet planning expectations.
• Identify and address performance issues using management tools.
• Ensure compliance with driver hours and local regulations.
• Collaborate with the Management Team to maintain operational excellence.
• Drive continuous improvement by analysing data trends.

Skills

Strong administrative skills

Excellent verbal communication

Proactive mindset

Ability to work independently

Job description

Job Title: Control Tower Supervisor

Location: Haddenham — Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent

Working Hours: 17:00 to 05:00, Monday to Friday (with occasional Saturday overtime)

What You’ll Do

• Oversee day‑to‑day transport operations focused on night‑time deliveries.
• Lead and support the Driving Team to meet planning expectations and uphold high standards.
• Identify and address performance issues using management tools and clear communication.
• Ensure compliance with driver hours, vehicle defects, and local regulations.
• Collaborate with the Management Team and other leaders to maintain operational excellence.
• Drive continuous improvement by analysing data trends and implementing process enhancements.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong administrative skills and a knack for organisation.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, especially when interacting with drivers.
• A proactive mindset focused on quality and performance improvement.
• The ability to work independently and contribute effectively to the team.

Benefits

As a temporary associate through Adecco you gain access to our exclusive benefits portal, offering discounts from high‑street retailers, a wellbeing hub, and peer‑to‑peer recognition tools.

Apply

If you would like to find out more information about this opportunity, please contact Adecco Aylesbury. Alternatively, you can apply via this job site.

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