Transport and Dispatch Supervisor

The Recruitment Group; Thame; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist equipment company in Thame is seeking a highly organised Transport and Dispatch Supervisor to manage dispatch operations. This role includes preparing machinery for shipment, coordinating returns, and supporting logistics planning. The ideal candidate will have experience in transport operations, strong attention to detail, and initiative to take on supervisory tasks as required. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

£35,000 - £40,000 salary

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension

Optional healthcare plan

On-site sports facilities

Training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in transport operations or route planning.
• Comfortable using logistics or hire software.
• UK driving licence essential; FLT licence a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Selecting, preparing, and dispatching plant machinery.
• Managing incoming returns and equipment checks.
• Coordinating driver schedules and vehicle loads.
• Supporting transport compliance and safety protocols.
• Communicating with customers, drivers, and internal teams.

Skills

Transport operations experience

Logistics software proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Initiative

Tools

Logistics software

Job description

An established and growing business in the specialist equipment and plant sector is looking for a highly organised Transport and Dispatch Supervisor to join its busy operations team. This hands‑on role will involve preparing machinery for dispatch, loading/unloading equipment, coordinating returns, and supporting transport planning across the South of the UK. You will work closely with drivers and internal teams to ensure machinery gets to and from customer sites safely, efficiently, and on time. In addition to operational tasks, you will occasionally step into a leadership role, deputising for the Transport Manager to plan routes, liaise with customers, and manage day‑to‑day logistics.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Selecting, preparing, and dispatching plant machinery
• Managing incoming returns and equipment checks
• Coordinating driver schedules and vehicle loads
• Using logistics and hire software to track stock and movements
• Supporting transport compliance and safety protocols
• Communicating with customers, drivers, and internal teams

What You'll Need:

• Experience in transport operations or route planning
• Comfortable using logistics or hire software
• Strong attention to detail and good problem‑solving skills
• UK driving licence essential; FLT licence a bonus
• Willingness to take initiative and step into supervisory duties when needed

What's on Offer:

• £35,000 - £40,000 salary, dependant on experience
• Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:30
• 24 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension
• Optional healthcare plan
• On‑site sports facilities
• Training and progression opportunities in a growing sector

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