Peak Transport Shift Lead (4on/4off) - 7-Week Assignment

Pertemps Royal Mail

Northampton

On-site

GBP 32,000 - 37,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

GBP23-GBP27 per hour

4 days on / 4 days off

6:00am - 6:00pm

Fixed 7-week Peak assignment

Senior operational responsibility

High-volume transport and distribution

Job summary

Pertemps Royal Mail in Northampton is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to take ownership of transport and despatch operations during the peak period at a busy Parcel Sort Centre. You will lead the shift operation, manage Transport Planners, Site Managers and operational teams, and ensure the work plan is delivered safely, efficiently and on time.

The role runs for seven weeks (9 November – 24 December 2026) with hours 6:00am–6:00pm and a 4 on/4 off pattern, offering senior operational

Qualifications

Experience managing transport, logistics, distribution or despatch operations.
Experience leading multiple teams or operational functions.
Strong understanding of transport operations, vehicle utilization and network flows.
Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Take overall responsibility for the transport and despatch operation on your shift.
Lead and coordinate Transport Planners, Site Managers and operational teams.
Ensure the daily operational work plan and service commitments are achieved.
Oversee transport movements, despatch bays and vehicle departures.
Maximise vehicle utilisation and ensure vehicles leave at optimum capacity.
Monitor operational performance, KPIs and service levels.
Identify and resolve operational issues quickly.