Operations Supervisor

Culina Group; Widnes; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent logistics company in the UK seeks an Operations Supervisor to manage daily operations at their consumer site. You will lead shifts, maintain essential records, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of transport operations experience, excellent leadership, and communication skills. In return, you'll benefit from competitive compensation, inclusive company culture, and a range of employee benefits including annual leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

Annual Leave – 28 days inclusive of bank holidays

Pension scheme – 5% employee and 3% employer

Life Assurance – x2 annual salary

Wellness programme access

Eye Care Vouchers

Reward & Recognition

Everyday discounts

Qualifications

• Successful track record of leading and motivating a diverse team.
• Excellent communication skills and energetic leadership style.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with experience in transport operations.
• Good working knowledge of EU Hours and tachograph legislation.
• PC literate and able to work independently.
• 1 year of experience in transport operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the consumer site.
• Provide leadership during shifts and coach staff involved.
• Administer vehicle and trailer maintenance programs.
• Complete daily depot checks and record them.
• Co-ordinate the recruitment and training of employees.
• Assist in accident investigations.
• Conduct daily risk assessments of the yard and office.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Initiative

Tools

Excel

Job description

Stobart (Part of the Culina Group) is a leading ambient transport and logistics business, providing services to many of the UK’s best known brands across core consumer and retail sectors.

At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Job Description

Manage the day-to-day operation of our consumer site. You will be supporting the Operational Management of the depot in maintaining and managing the assets, resources and facilities to maximise both cost efficiencies.

Working hours: Monday - Friday rotating days and nights. 45 hours per week.

Salary: Up to £37,870 per annum

Key Duties of an Operations Supervisor:

• Actively demonstrating leadership qualities in the day to day running of shifts encouraging and coaching all staff
• Maintaining internal databases and where applicable, following up all defects with the Fleet Department
• Administering the vehicle and trailer maintenance program
• Completing all depot daily checks during shift and recording on the central system, (including trailers, returns, re-books, pallets)
• Direct contact with driver’s on daily performance and improvement actions
• Providing information and supporting the Operation’s Manager to enable the planning and management of depot payroll
• Ensuring all personnel files are up to date incorporating license validation, personal details and completed training
• Co-ordinating the recruitment and training of employees
• Assisting in accident investigation and follow up
• Completing daily risk assessments of the yard and office
• Identifying and informing the Operations Manager of any maintenance and repair issues in the site
• Providing information to the Senior Operation’s Supervisor & Transport Manager so that weekly KPI reports can be completed

Qualifications

• As an Operations Supervisor you will demonstrate a successful track record of leading and motivating a diverse team to achieve common goals.
• We are looking for a supervisor with excellent communication skills, energetic leadership style and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Previous experience working within a similar transport related role is essential, and you will have a good working knowledge of EU Hours, Working Time Directives and Tachograph legislation preferably with CPC National Qualification.
• PC literate, with knowledge of Excel spreadsheets
• Ability to work on their own initiative
• Willingness to resolve issues
• 1 years’ experience in transport operations

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Stobart (Part of the Culina Group) a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave– Competitive holiday entitlement of 28 days inclusive of bank holidays
• Pension scheme –we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirements so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 3% employer
• Life Assurance- x2 your annual salary
• Wellness –Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year
• Eye Care Vouchers –We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses
• Reward & Recognition –We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts– via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!

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