Transport controller(days)

DHL Supply Chain; Bradford; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Bradford is looking for a Transport Controller to oversee transportation operations. The successful candidate will manage driver performance, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and optimize logistics routes. Previous management experience and knowledge of health & safety are essential. The role offers a full-time permanent position with competitive pay and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site canteen

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Free GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and savings schemes

Qualifications

• Must have previous management experience.
• Must have previous experience within a transport environment.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Managing driver paperwork and driver debriefing.
• Managing the trailer pool for the site.
• Managing the defect process for vehicles requiring maintenance.
• Driver performance management.
• Investigating incidents and complaints.

Skills

Management experience

Organisational skills

Knowledge of Health & Safety

Experience in transport environment

Job description

Pay Rate: £34,248.94 + 10% shift allowance
Grade: RCS O
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: 4 on, 4 off - either 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am
Location: Bradford, BD5 8LZ

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Transport Controller to oversee and coordinate transportation operations, ensuring efficient logistics management, optimising routes, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations while delivering exceptional service to our customers.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

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• Managing driver paperwork and driver debriefing
• Managing the trailer pool for the site
• Managing the defect process for vehicles requiring maintenance
• Driver performance management
• Managing driver hours and schedules
• Investigating incidents and complaints

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Must have previous management experience
• Must have previous experience within a transport environment
• Excellent organisational skills
• Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements

WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Applications are reviewed continuously, and the vacancy may close early. Please submit asap to ensure consideration.

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