Night Shift Supervisor

DHL Supply Chain; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics leader is seeking a Night Shift Supervisor for their operations at Manchester Piccadilly Station. The successful candidate will manage a team, oversee train loading operations, and ensure safety compliance. Ideal applicants will have operational management experience and strong communication skills. You will enjoy benefits such as on-site parking, generous leave, pension plans, and more. Join a fast-paced work environment where your leadership will inspire the team!

Benefits

Free on-site parking

25 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Free 24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Previous operational experience managing a team of operatives is essential.
• Knowledge of the aviation or travel industry is desirable.
• Audit experience is advantageous; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise a team of 5 workers during the night shift.
• Oversee the stripping and re-loading of trains.
• Report and investigate workplace incidents.

Skills

Operational management

Excellent communication skills

Motivational skills

Team leadership

Job description

Position: Night Shift Supervisor
Location: Manchester Piccadilly Station
Work pattern: Any 5 from 7 (Weekdays and weekends included)
Shift Pattern: Night shift - 22:00-05:30
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Are you ready to lead the night shift at DHL Supply Chain in Manchester Piccadilly Station? We're on the lookout for a Night Shift Supervisor who's energetic and ready to make logistics exciting! Join our team, manage a fantastic crew, and ensure our operations run smoothly while having a great time. If you love a fast-paced environment and want to be part of a global logistics leader, we want to hear from you!

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Manage and supervise a team of 5 workers during the night shift.
• Oversee the stripping and re-loading of trains, including removing rubbish and restocking confectionery items (sandwiches, tea/coffee, drinks)
• Report and investigate workplace incidents, escalating non-compliance issues with safety regulations as necessary
• Communicate and align team objectives and KPIs, ensuring understanding and tracking of performance metrics
• Maintain a detailed spreadsheet tracking stripped and re-loaded trains, along with outstanding tasks
• Coordinate with Avanti for train movements and ensure DHL drivers correctly load items onto the trains
• Track and analyse shift performance metrics, including productivity, attendance, overtime, error rates and discuss deviations with Frontline Leadership
• Conduct regular meetings for performance reviews, safety confirmations and critical analysis, fostering continuous improvement and engagement within the team
• Complete temperature records for food safety and maintain logs for beginning and end of day activities, as well as defrost logs for frozen food

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Previous operational experience, managing a team of operatives is essential
• Knowledge of the aviation or travel industry is desirable
• Excellent communication skills for effective team interaction and reporting
• Audit experience is advantageous, however, training will be provided
• Proven ability to manage people effectively and lead by example in timekeeping and punctuality
• Strong motivational skills to inspire and energise the team
• Ability to deliver results within a fast paced environment

WHY JOIN US?

• Free on-site parking
• 25 days annual leave
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

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Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 5th January (to cover the Christmas period).

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