NIGHT TRANSPORT SUPERVISOR - PERMANENT

Rapier Employment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Birmingham is seeking a proactive Nightshift Supervisor to lead transport operations during the night shift. The role involves enforcing safety practices, checking vehicles, and ensuring smooth operations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, with a preference for experience in logistics. This position offers a competitive salary of £36,000 - £38,000 per year.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for training and development

Values initiative and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills are essential for supervising the nightshift.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with drivers and office staff.
• Commitment to safety to enforce compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Enforce safe working practices and ensure PPE is worn.
• Induct and debrief drivers to ensure smooth operations.
• Conduct vehicle and trailer checks, report defects.
• Prepare trailers for loading and ensure schedules are met.
• Maintain communication with drivers and loading teams.
• Promote excellent service and a motivating environment.
• Support audits and training initiatives.

Skills

Strong leadership and organisational skills

Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities

Commitment to safety and compliance

Experience in transport or logistics operations

Job description

Job Title

Nightshift Supervisor – Transport Operations

Location

Wednesbury

Shift & Hours

Sunday to Thursday, Start Time 20:00

Salary

£36,000 - £38,000 per year (DOE)

About the Role

We’re looking for a proactive and safety‑conscious Nightshift Supervisor to lead our transport operations during the night shift. You’ll play a key role in ensuring deliveries are made efficiently, vehicles are compliant, and drivers are well‑supported.

Key Responsibilities

• Enforce safe working practices and ensure PPE is worn at all times.
• Induct, brief, and debrief drivers to ensure smooth operations.
• Conduct vehicle and trailer checks, report defects, and ensure roadworthiness.
• Prepare trailers for loading and ensure schedules are met without delays.
• Maintain clear communication with drivers, loading teams, and the transport office.
• Promote a “Can Do” attitude and deliver excellent service.
• Support audits, training, and development initiatives.
• Handle vehicle movements, including TUG driving (full training provided – no special licence required).

What We’re Looking For

• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving abilities.
• A commitment to safety and compliance.
• Experience in transport or logistics operations (preferred).

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for training and development.
• Be part of a business that values initiative and continuous improvement.