Shift Manager - Colchester

Loomis UK; Colchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work

Progression opportunities

MyRewards discounts

Job summary

Loomis UK Colchester Transport branch is seeking an experienced Shift Manager to join our team. You will lead a well-trained, supportive team, managing day-to-day branch operations and ensuring deliveries, collections and storage are carried out safely and efficiently.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will champion our Customer First approach, develop team performance and be a key holder for out-of-hours alarm rosters.

Qualifications

• Pass criminal record, personal credit and ID checks.
• Verifiable 10-year employment/unemployment/educational history.
• SIA licence would be beneficial (but not essential; we can support you in attaining one).

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management of the Branch Operations.
• Oversee a team of Delivery Drivers and Vault Operatives.
• Ensure deliveries, collections and storage activities are performed safely, cost-effectively and in line with customer service agreements.
• Champion a Customer First approach through product knowledge and Loomis solutions.
• Be a key holder with out-of-hours alarm roster responsibilities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Integrity

Teamwork

Customer focus

People management

Job description

Job details

Salary £32,000 - £35,000, depending on experience

Contractual hours 40 Basis Full Time

Region East

Package PensionMy Rewards

Date posted 05/10/2026

Job reference REQ000030

Attachments Shift Manager JD V1 202501.pdf

Job description

Our Colchester Transport branch is seeking an experienced Shift Manager to join our team.

Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: £32,000 - £35,000, depending on experience

Do you want to work in a place where your team values you? Do you have a positive attitude and the desire to learn and succeed?

As the successful applicant, you will play a key role in ensuring the branch runs efficiently, your team are motivated and supported and our customers have the best service delivery.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a high level of integrity to develop within Loomis UK - one of the market leaders in our industry.

Who are we?

Loomis UK has a strong national presence and is part of the Loomis Group – a worldwide leader in the security sector. We provide secure, end-to-end solutions for the distribution, handling, and storage of cash and valuables for banks, retailers, and other businesses. From intelligent safes and cash-in-transit services to cash processing and ATM replenishment, we play a vital role in supporting the everyday flow of money in society.

The role

As aShift Manager, you will be joining a well-trained, supportive and friendly team, providing a vital role in cash transportation to your local area.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the successful applicant will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Branch Operations, overseeing a team of Delivery Drivers & Vault Operatives ensuring deliveries, collections & storage activities are made safely, cost-effectively and in accordance with customer service agreements.

You will champion our “Customer First” approach through product knowledge & understanding of the range of Loomis solutions, appreciating customer requirements and quality standards.

The role of a Shift Manager will require working flexibly and, as key holder, you will be expected to be available for out of hours alarm response on a roster basis.

The values of our organisation -People, Service, Integrity– are fundamental to shaping our culture and the way we manage our business.

About you

To succeed as a Shift Manager with Loomis UK, you will need to have previous experience as a Shift Manager (or similar level) with strong leadership skills.

We are looking for individuals who are confident communicators, have a high level of integrity and attention to detail, as well as the ability to work as part of a team.

Exceptional customer and commercial focus, with the ability to continuously review performance and professionally deliver customer satisfaction will also be vital to your role.

Prior experience of direct customer management and liaison is essential, together with the ability to demonstrate excellent leadership and people management skills.

We also have some specific criteria that you will need to meet:

• You must be able to pass criminal record, personal credit and ID checks
• You must have verifiable 10-year employment/unemployment/educational history
• An SIA licence would be beneficial (but not essential, as we can support you in attaining one)

In return we offer the following:

• 33 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays)
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• A safe and supportive culture
• MyRewards – over 3000 discounts for everyday life
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Progression opportunities

You will receive the very best in procedural security training and support, as well as ongoing development and career opportunities.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We particularly welcome applications from women, who are currently underrepresented in this area. All appointments will be made on merit.