Team Leader

Apollo Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Team Leader in a leading delivery company specializing in newspaper delivery. This role offers an exciting opportunity to supervise warehouse operations, train and develop team members, and ensure effective communication between operatives and managers. With a focus on achieving KPI targets and maintaining high safety standards, you will play a crucial role in driving productivity and efficiency. After a successful 12-week temp to perm period, you can secure a permanent position, making this an excellent opportunity for growth in a supportive environment. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about leading teams, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Opportunity for permanent position

Dynamic role that values skills and growth

Initial pay rate of £12.58 an hour

Annual salary of £28,142 after 12 weeks

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills are essential for effective team leadership.
• Flexibility in a fast-paced warehouse environment is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Supervise warehouse activities and ensure safety standards.
• Train team members and manage attendance and documentation.
• Drive productivity by meeting KPI targets and facilitating improvements.

Skills

Warehouse Flexibility

Target-Oriented

Communication

Adaptability

Efficiency & Accuracy

Organisational Skills

Training Capability

Education

2 years driving experience

Experience in van driving

Knowledge of health, safety, and security standards

Job description

Job Title: Team Leader

Location: Bristol, BS4

Duration: 12-week Temp to Perm, ongoing permanent contract available after successful 12 weeks.

Salary: £12.58 an hour, £28,142 per annum after successful 12 week temp to perm period.

Working Hours: 5 nights per week

Are you a night owl looking for a new challenge? Join our team as a Team Leader with a leading delivery company, specializing in newspaper delivery across the Exeter area.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Supervise & Lead: Oversee warehouse activities, ensuring smooth operations and a safe working environment.
2. Facilitate Between Operatives and Managers: Act as a liaison to ensure smooth communication and effective collaboration.
3. Train & Develop: Provide training and support to team members.
4. Admin & Tracking: Manage attendance, track overtime, and ensure accurate documentation.
5. Incident Management & Improvement: Investigate incidents, identify improvement opportunities, and implement solutions.
6. Achieve KPI Targets: Meet company scorecard objectives, driving productivity and efficiency.
7. Audit & Documentation: Ensure all records are accurate and ready for internal and external audits, including daily QA checks.
8. Dealing with Claims: Manage claims effectively.
9. Communicate & Improve: Facilitate team huddles and drive continuous improvement.
10. Maintain Standards: Ensure high standards of housekeeping and compliance with safety procedures.

Experience & Skills:

1. Warehouse Flexibility: Demonstrable flexibility to undertake a variety of duties in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
2. Target-Oriented: Tenacious and effective in meeting and exceeding targets, delivering an outstanding client experience.
3. Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills.
4. Adaptability: Positive and effective when working with ambiguity and changing commercial drivers.
5. Efficiency & Accuracy: Able to work at pace while maintaining a high-quality output.
6. Organisational Skills: Highly organized with a well-developed approach to prioritization.
7. Training Capability: Ability to train operators consistently, review their progress, and provide constructive feedback.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. 2 years driving experience.
2. Experience in van driving.
3. Knowledge of health, safety, and security standards.

What We Offer:

1. Comprehensive training and support.
2. Opportunity to become a permanent team leader after 12 weeks.
3. A dynamic role that values your skills and growth.
4. Initial pay rate of £12.58 an hour for 12 weeks, £28,142 annual salary following successful temp to perm.

Apply today and lead the way with us!