Shift Manager

Rapier Employment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Greater London is seeking a Shift Manager to oversee operations at a home-delivery depot. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing teams, ensuring quality service delivery, and maintaining operational standards. Previous supervisor-level experience in logistics or transport is essential. The role offers a salary of £28,000 per annum and a supportive work environment focused on progression.

Qualifications

• Experience at supervisor level or above in home delivery, transport, or logistics.
• Ability to communicate clearly and take pride in supporting depot operations.
• Passion for leading teams and maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Check drivers back in after their routes and ensure all tools are returned.
• Maintain vehicle and fleet compliance.
• Support day-to-day depot operations and admin tasks.
• Assist in running daily delivery routes.
• Lead and motivate delivery teams.
• Investigate and resolve delivery issues.
• Provide clear communication and detailed handovers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Initiative

Problem-solving

Job description

Shift Manager (PM)

Hours: 14:00 - 22:00 – Monday – Friday

Salary: £28,000p.a.

Location: Exeter

Looking to step up in operations and take on more responsibility?

Ready to lead teams and keep a busy home-delivery depot running smoothly?

Want a role where initiative is valued and progression is genuinely achievable?

The Opportunity

A chance to step further into operational management within a busy home-delivery depot. The role offers increased responsibility, scope to progress, and the ability to work in an environment that is independent but still collaborative. Leadership is supportive and hands-off, giving space to take ownership and develop.

The Role

• Checking drivers back in after their routes and ensuring all tools and equipment are returned
• Maintaining vehicle and fleet compliance
• Supporting day-to-day depot operations and administrative tasks
• Assisting in the running of daily delivery routes
• Leading and motivating delivery teams
• Helping to raise, investigate and resolve delivery issues or incidents
• Providing clear communication and detailed handovers to the evening Shift Manager

Our Ideal Candidate

A confident, resilient individual with experience at supervisor level or above in home delivery, transport or logistics. Someone who uses initiative, communicates clearly and takes pride in supporting smooth, efficient depot operations. Passion for leading teams and maintaining standards is essential.

If the above sounds of interest, don’t hesitate! Apply today, or call Rapier Abingdon for more information.