Nights Transport Supervisor

Menzies Distribution; Coventry; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Transport Supervisor to oversee night operations in Coventry. This role involves ensuring compliance with transport regulations, managing a team effectively, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You will be a key point of contact for the transport team, responsible for maintaining high standards of health and safety while maximizing operational performance. Join a company committed to inclusivity and employee wellbeing, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the success of the transport operations.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Cycle2Work scheme

Employee Assistance Program

SPIRIT Awards

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing employees in a transport environment.
• Detailed understanding of transport and health & safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure drivers report vehicle defects and adhere to regulations.
• Manage transport fleet operations to meet legal requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and KPI performance.

Skills

People Management

Transport Regulations Knowledge

Health and Safety Compliance

Problem Solving

Workload Prioritization

Job description

NIGHTS TRANSPORT SUPERVISOR

Menzies Distribution are looking for a Transport Supervisor to join us working nights, providing a first-class service with our team in Coventry. You’ll be working on behalf of Menzies Distribution Limited and its customers.

THE DETAILS:

• Shift Pattern: 4on 4off
• Hours: 18:00pm - 06:00am
• Salary: £33,000
• Location: Menzies Distribution, Imperial Park, Siskin Parkway West, Coventry CV3 4PB

TRANSPORT SUPERVISOR DUTIES:

• Ensure all drivers report and record vehicle defects
• Ensure drivers hours regulations are adhered to
• Work closely with stakeholders to drive forward continuous improvement initiatives and foster an environment of enhanced productivity
• Support the management of our client’s end-to-end transport requirements
• Maximise the performance of the operation and act as a key point of contact for the transport team
• Contribute positively to KPI performance targets and the identification of change initiatives
• Provide 24-hour incident support relating to operational system failure, investigate and address and communicate updates in order to deliver the required standards and minimise impact on our reputation
• Proactive management of health and safety ensuring employee wellbeing in accordance with Company guidelines
• Manage and maintain the Transport fleet ensuring that all associated operations are compliant and meet legal requirements
• Continue to review proposed and forthcoming changes to legislation and best practice

REQUIREMENTS:

• A proven experience of managing employees and customers in a transport environment
• Professional and efficient approach to challenging situations
• Experience of successful people management
• Detailed understanding of relevant legislations in transport and health & safety
• Ability to prioritise, manage a varied workload and support in decision making

BENEFITS:

• Pension Scheme
• Life Insurance
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• SPIRIT Awards - Peer to Peer recognition

INCLUSION:

Menzies Distribution is committed to creating a fair and inclusive environment, where employees feel safe, proud, and valued. We seek to recruit people from the widest talent pool, who reflect the society in which we work, and encourage an inclusive culture where people can feel empowered to be their very best, which is what makes us strong as a business with an increasingly agile workforce.