Shift Supervisor

Manpower UK Limited; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Grimsby is looking for a Dispatch Shift Supervisor / Team Leader. This permanent role offers a competitive hourly wage of £14.00 and involves overseeing dispatch operations, ensuring timely and accurate order preparation. Applicants must hold a valid FLT Counterbalance licence and possess strong organisational and communication skills. The position includes physical tasks and requires a reliable individual who can work rotating shifts. Join a dynamic team and contribute to effective warehouse operations.

Benefits

Permanent employment

Competitive hourly wage

Hands-on supervisory role

Qualifications

• Valid FLT Counterbalance (B) licence is essential.
• Previous experience in dispatch, warehouse, or supervisory role required.
• Comfortable with manual handling and physical work.
• Reliable and flexible with rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pallets for dispatch and allocate consignments.
• Load and unload vehicles, ensuring safety protocols.
• Record dispatch data accurately and complete paperwork.
• Supervise the dispatch team during shifts.

Skills

FLT Counterbalance licence

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Job description

Dispatch Shift Supervisor / Team Leader

Contract: Permanent
Salary: £14.00 per hour
Shifts: Weekly rotation

• 6:00am - 2:00pm
• 2:00pm - 10:00pm

Role Overview

We are recruiting permanent Dispatch Shift Supervisors / Team Leaders for one of our clients in Grimsby. This is a hands‑on role combining dispatch supervision, forklift operation, administration, and physical warehouse work. You will be responsible for ensuring orders are prepared, loaded, and dispatched accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing pallets for dispatch
• Allocating and booking consignments onto the shipping network
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Strapping, securing, and checking pallets
• Recording dispatch data accurately (dates, quantities, destinations)
• Completing dispatch paperwork and system administration
• Supervising and supporting the dispatch team during the shift
• Assisting with production work during quieter periods
• Ensuring health & safety procedures are followed at all times

Requirements

• Valid FLT Counterbalance (B) licence - essential
• Previous experience in a dispatch, warehouse, or team leader/supervisory role
• Comfortable with physical work, including manual handling
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Confident with basic admin and record‑keeping
• Reliable, flexible, and able to work rotating shifts

What's on Offer

• Permanent employment
• £14.00 per hour
• Weekly rotating shifts
• Hands on supervisory role with responsibility

If you are interested and would like some more information please call the office on 01472 361616