Operations Supervisor

DHL Supply Chain; Royal Hillsborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking an Operations Supervisor in Hillsborough, UK. In this role, you will manage daily transport operations, motivate drivers to meet tight schedules, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate holds an International CPC and preferably has a background in legal compliance. The contract is for 12 months as maternity cover. Join an inclusive workplace that values diverse experiences and supports veterans.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and savings schemes

Qualifications

• Experience managing transport operations and workforce attendance.
• Strong knowledge of tachograph and working time regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operation of the transport department.
• Motivate drivers to meet schedules and deadlines.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.

Skills

International CPC Holder

Legal compliance background

Job description

Pay Rate: Competitive
Grade: M
Contract Type: 12 Month Maternity Cover
Shift patterns: Monday to Friday, can be as early as 6am or as late as 10pm (candidates need to be flexible)
Location: Hillsborough BT26 6JJ

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 15th January 2026. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Operations Supervisor.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• To manager the day to day operation of the transport department
• To motivate drivers to achieve planned schedule and deadlines
• Ensure 100% adherence to tachograph and working time regulations
• Operate within the company's Operators License requirements
• Ensure and monitor the welfare and health and safety of our employees, customers and the general public
• Monitor workforce attendance and conduct return to work interviews
• Control and manage employees rotational shift patterns
• Ensure fleet utilisation and fleet maintenance providers are managed effectively
• Check, confirm and record operational statistics

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• International CPC Holder
• Legal compliance background - desirable

WHY JOIN US?

• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we’re all about creating a workplace where everyone’s skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

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