Overnight Transport Shift Supervisor | OTIF Leader

People Solutions; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Temp to perm opportunity

Training and development

Employee Assistance Programme

Driver of the Month prizes

Health Shield cash back plan

Job summary

People Solutions is seeking a Transport Shift Supervisor in Alfreton, Derbyshire. The role involves day-to-day management of driver teams, planning resources to meet operations, and ensuring safety and KPI targets are met.

The position offers opportunities for temp-to-perm progression, with on-site parking and training. Experience in transport and English fluency are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage clerks and drivers by active engagement, with regular communication and performance reviews.
• Plan, manage and flex driver and vehicle levels to meet operational requirements.
• Manage disciplinary and grievance issues in line with HR policy.
• Understand legislative regulations and standards.
• 2–3 years' experience in transport; International CPC holder (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management and performance of the Day and Mid Shift Driver Teams.
• Plan, organise and flex driver and vehicle resources to meet daily operational requirements and agreed service levels.
• Ensure all transport activity is delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with agreed KPIs.
• Ensure the operation consistently achieves OTIF targets and other service performance measures.
• Monitor daily and weekly transport performance, identify trends and take timely corrective action.
• Ensure drivers follow Standard Operating Procedures.
• Work closely with warehouse teams to ensure loads are prepared and loaded on time.
• Maximise successful returns and manage returned products efficiently.
• Liaise with Customer Service to resolve operational issues and improve customer satisfaction.
• Ensure appropriate levels of driver and vehicle resource are available to meet changing business needs.
• Effectively manage agency drivers and third-party carriers.

Skills

People management

Driver planning

Performance reviews

Legal compliance

English fluency

Disciplinary handling

Education

Secondary education

Job description

Transport Shift Supervisor- Alfreton, Derbyshire

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an Transport Shift Supervisorto join our well-established client based at Alfreton, Derbyshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, consistentSunday to Thursdaywork, and long-term opportunities with the potential to secure a permanent position.

This role would suit applicants who have previously worked as anTransport Shift Supervisor.

Pay Rates:

• £15.05 (up to 42 hours)
• £22.58 (Overtime)

Shifts:

• Sunday to Thursday
• 22:00 - 06:00

Benefits:

Your benefits as an Transport Late Shift Supervisor include:

• Excellent rates of pay
• Overtime available
• Temp to perm opportunity
• Training and development
• Free on-site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee recognition scheme
• Employee referral programme
• Permanent positions available for suitable candidates
• Driver of the Month prizes
• Driver bonus scheme
• 20 days annual leave (increasing to 28 days) plus 8 bank holidays once permanent
• One paid volunteer day per year
• Health Shield cash back plan (up to £1,000 per year)
• Employee discount hub
• Cycle to Work scheme

As aTransport Late Shift Supervisor your duties will be:

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management and performance of the Day and Mid Shift Driver Teams.
• Plan, organise and flex driver and vehicle resources to meet daily operational requirements and agreed service levels.
• Ensure all transport activity is delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure the operation consistently achieves agreed OTIF (On Time In Full) targets and other service performance measures.
• Monitor daily and weekly transport performance, identify trends and take timely corrective action where required.
• Ensure all drivers understand and consistently follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Work closely with warehouse teams to ensure loads are accurately prepared, completed and loaded on time.
• Maximise successful returns and ensure returned products are managed efficiently and accurately.
• Liaise closely with Customer Service to resolve operational issues and improve overall customer satisfaction.
• Ensure appropriate levels of driver and vehicle resource are available to meet changing business requirements.
• Effectively manage agency drivers and third-party carriers in line with company standards and operational requirements.

Essential Skills:

• Ability to manage the clerks and drivers by active engagement, regular communication
• and regular performance reviews.
• Capability to plan, manage and flex driver and vehicle levels to meet operational
• requirements.
• Manage all disciplinary and grievance issues in line with HR policy.
• Legal compliance i.e. understanding of legislative regulations and / or standards.
• 2 to 3 year's experience in transport.
• International CPC holder (preferable)
• Secondary School standard of general education
• Fluent in English

Training:

• Industry related training and ongoing support throughout

Apply:If you are ready to take on this opportunity, apply today or contact our recruitment team for more information.

Peo