Night Transport Team Lead – 4-on/4-off

Stobart; Northwich; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Wellness support

Eye Care Vouchers

Reward & Recognition

Discount platform

Job summary

Stobart is seeking a Transport Team Manager to oversee the night operation at Bridgwater for a major customer. You will direct, coordinate and plan activities, ensuring legal compliance and meeting customer demand. This role offers a clear step into management within a thriving logistics network.

The ideal candidate will have transport/FMCG experience, knowledge of transport legislation, and be capable of motivating a team while handling performance and safety considerations.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport/FMCG environments.
• Knowledge of transport legislation and driver management tools.
• Experience supervising a team and driving performance.
• Experience with disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines; customer focused.
• Flexible due to 24/7 depot operations.

Responsibilities

• Support management of a fleet of drivers and transport staff within legal and company guidelines.
• Provide a first class service to the store network.
• Meet weekly/monthly targets using the customer ITS systems.
• Brief/debrief drivers at shift changes with planned requirements.
• Encourage positive relations on site with union representatives.
• Increase communication with stores and ensure health & safety compliance.

Skills

Transport experience

FMCG environment

Legislation knowledge

Driver management software

Team leadership

Disciplinary/Grievance handling

Conflict resolution

Tools

Driver management software

Job description

Stobart is seeking a Transport Team Manager to oversee the night operation at Bridgwater for a major customer. You will direct, coordinate and plan activities, ensuring legal compliance and meeting customer demand. This role offers a clear step into management within a thriving logistics network.

The ideal candidate will have transport/FMCG experience, knowledge of transport legislation, and be capable of motivating a team while handling performance and safety considerations.