Operations Supervisor

Arriva-bf47d80e; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Arriva is seeking an Operations Supervisor in Gillingham to oversee day-to-day bus operations, allocate driving duties, and support drivers and customer service. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with teams to maintain high standards, manage incidents, and contribute to achieving the site business plan in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in health and safety within transport operations.
• Strong coaching and communication skills.
• Customer-focused with ICT literacy and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support daily bus service operations and allocate driving duties efficiently.
• Be first point of contact for drivers during the shift.
• Assist in safety compliance and incident responsiveness.
• Help track KPI data and contribute to site improvements.

Skills

Health & Safety

Coaching

Communication

IT skills

Customer focus

Decision making

Team player

Union experience

Job description

Role: Operations SupervisorLocation: GillinghamShifts: Rotating; 5 days out of 7Hours: 40 per weekSalary - £42772Welcome to Arriva!Our Operations Supervisors contribute to the effective running of our day-to-day operation, with a continual focus on our improving the experience of colleagues and customers.Purpose of roleContribute to the achievement of the site annual business plan by effectively supporting the day-to-day operation of bus services, providing a first point of contact for drivers throughout daily span of operation. Operational responsibility for daily processes and proactive network management, including the effective allocation of driving duties, as well as responding as appropriate to all operational issues that may arise, such as collisions, passenger injuries, diversions and traffic disruption. Support the delivery of a safe and regulatory compliant operation, whilst seeking continual improvement of customer and colleague experience.Main Responsibilities:Health and Safety: Collaborate to maintain a safe workplace, identify risks, and encourage proactive safety measures.Customer Service: Respond positively to customer inquiries, manage complaints effectively, and oversee lost property procedures.People Management: Support a culture of Arriva values, ensure timely briefings for drivers, oversee uniform compliance, and facilitate staff training and development.Quality Assurance: Manage operational systems, monitor standards, and ensure efficient duty allocation.Financial Oversight: Record hours accurately, optimize duty allocation, and focus on cost-efficiency.Continual Improvement: Contribute to daily KPI tracking, share best practices, and support site improvement initiatives.Corporate Social Responsibility: Uphold and promote the organization's values in all internal and external interactions.Essential Requirements:Supervisory experience with strong operational management skills.Demonstrates Arriva's ValuesProficient in Health and SafetyFirst Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)Strong coaching and communication skillsCustomer-focused with effective IT skillsInfluencing and decision-making abilitiesIndustry knowledge (PCV/HGV)Team player with resilience and flexibilityExperience working with Trade UnionsThis job description sets out the main duties and responsibilities of the jobholder. It does not constitute an exhaustive or comprehensive description of duties and the job holder will be required to carry out any additional tasks as and when requested to do so by their manager. Responsibilities and duties may also change in light of future business needs and personal development.APPLY NOW to join the Arriva team to help deliver our vision of providing clean, sustainable, and reliable transport services to our customers for a greener future.At Arriva we acknowledge the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of our talent strategy. The creation of a diverse, inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success.