Night Transport Team Manager – 4 on/4 off

Stobart; Warrington; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Wellness Programme

Eye Care Vouchers

Reward & Recognition

Everyday discounts

Job summary

Stobart is seeking a Transport Team Manager to oversee the night operation at Bridgwater for a major customer. The role will involve directing, coordinating and planning activities for the on-site team, ensuring legal compliance and meeting customer demand.

You will motivate the team, drive performance and work within a 4-on/4-off night shift pattern. This is a stepping stone into management within a thriving logistics network.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport/FMCG environments.
• Knowledge of transport legislation.
• Experience supervising or managing a team.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and stay customer focused.
• Flexible to 24/7 depot operations.

Responsibilities

• Support management of a fleet of drivers and transport staff ensuring legal compliance.
• Provide the store network with a first-class service.
• Meet operational targets weekly and monthly via the Customer's Integrated Transport Management System.
• Brief and de-brief drivers at shift start/end with planned requirements and updates.
• Proactively foster a positive relationship with on-site union representatives.
• Increase communication with stores.
• Ensure department complies with Road Traffic Act.
• Ensure drivers comply with health and safety regulations.
• Motivate the transport team with guidance and encouragement.
• Undertake duties as required for effective operation of the function.

Skills

Transport/FMCG experience

Transport legislation

Driver management software

Team supervision

Disciplinary procedures

Conflict resolution

Flexible hours

Job description

Stobart is seeking a Transport Team Manager to oversee the night operation at Bridgwater for a major customer. The role will involve directing, coordinating and planning activities for the on-site team, ensuring legal compliance and meeting customer demand.

You will motivate the team, drive performance and work within a 4-on/4-off night shift pattern. This is a stepping stone into management within a thriving logistics network.