Night Shift Transport Office Leader

Royal Mail Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% bonus potential

25 days annual leave

Generous pension

Job summary

Royal Mail Group in Preston is seeking a Transport Office Manager for night shifts to lead a front-line team of about 80 drivers operating large goods vehicles. You will professionalise distribution, ensure work plans are met, and optimise parcel and mail flow while complying with policies and national SOPs.

Reporting to the Distribution Manager, you will influence stakeholders, manage performance, and develop talent while delivering trusted service to customers.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a front-line team in a logistics or transport environment.
• Proven ability to manage performance and develop staff.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a front-line team of c80 drivers.
• Ensure operational work plans are achieved and SOPs followed.
• Optimsie parcel and mail flow while maintaining policy compliance.
• Collaborate with union representatives and other stakeholders to deliver service excellence.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Customer focus

Education

CPC qualification

Job description

Royal Mail Group in Preston is seeking a Transport Office Manager for night shifts to lead a front-line team of about 80 drivers operating large goods vehicles. You will professionalise distribution, ensure work plans are met, and optimise parcel and mail flow while complying with policies and national SOPs.

Reporting to the Distribution Manager, you will influence stakeholders, manage performance, and develop talent while delivering trusted service to customers.