Transport First Line Manager

DHL; Bellshill; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Scotland is seeking a Transport First Line Manager to oversee daily transport operations. The ideal candidate will have management experience in a transport environment, ensure compliance with regulations, and excel in communication skills. This full-time role offers competitive pay and various employee benefits including a pension scheme and flexible working options.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site canteen

Discretionary bonus based on performance

Generous pension scheme

Free GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Management experience in a Transport environment.
• Supervisory skills in managing performance and conflict.
• Excellent communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transport operations during duty shifts.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations.
• Serve as the point of contact for drivers during shifts.

Skills

Management experience in a Transport environment

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Supervisory skills

Job description

Pay Rate: £31,680
Grade: N
Contract Type: 12 MONTH SECONDMENT (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Any 5 days from 7 (1 in every 4 weekend day) rotational shifts
Location: Motherwell - ML4 3NW

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 First Line Manager to take the helm of our daily transport operations!

In this pivotal role, you will lead our dynamic team to achieve excellence and drive success throughout our transport network. Join us and be a key player in shaping the future of logistics!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As part of your normal duties, whilst maintaining excellent health and safety practices, you will:

• Rotational shift pattern is 06:00-14:00 / 10:00-18:30 & 14:00-22:30 with 1 in 4 weekend day 06:00-14:30

• Safe, legal and efficient execution of transport operations during a duty shift to network SLA's/KPI's

• Responsible for driver and fleet legal compliance during shift in accordance with DHL Asset Management Centre of Excellence standards

• Have clear understanding of Roles & Responsibilities applicable to your role and to your team

• Point of the contact for all drivers during your drivers duty shift

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Management experience in a Transport environment
• Experience preferably in multi user and chilled operation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Supervisory skills - managing individual performance/absenteeism/conflict and development

WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• We're happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• 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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