Transport First Line Manager (FLM)

Staffline; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffline in Thirsk is seeking an experienced Transport First Line Manager to join a busy DHL transport operation. Immediate start available for a candidate with transport supervisory or management experience, able to lead drivers and ensure safe, compliant running of the fleet.

You will report to the Transport Manager, monitor KPIs, handle recruitment and onboarding, and promote a strong safety culture while coordinating with warehousing and customer teams in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Previous transport office and supervisory experience
• Strong people management and leadership skills
• Experience managing driver performance and compliance
• Knowledge of transport legislation and regulatory requirements
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Proficient IT skills including Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day transport operations during your shift
• Support and lead a team of drivers
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation and operator licence requirements
• Monitor KPIs and service performance
• Manage driver attendance, absence, and holidays
• Conduct driver performance reviews and 1:1 meetings
• Support accident investigations and transport compliance processes
• Oversee fleet and vehicle compliance activities
• Liaise with customers, warehouse teams and other stakeholders
• Promote a positive safety culture and employee engagement
• Support recruitment, onboarding and agency driver management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Immediate Start Available | Monday to Friday | Thirsk

Location: Thirsk, North Yorkshire

Pay Rate: £17.82 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, 11:00 - 19:00

Contract: Temporary with potential ongoing opportunities

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Transport First Line Manager (FLM) to join a busy DHL transport operation in Thirsk. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with transport supervisory or management experience who is looking for an immediate start and the chance to make a real impact within a fast-paced logistics environment.

Working closely with the Transport Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, legal and efficient running of the transport operation while supporting and managing a team of drivers. Information based on the FLM ROLE role profile.

Your Time at Work

As a First Line Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Managing day-to-day transport operations during your shift
• Supporting and leading a team of drivers
• Ensuring compliance with transport legislation and operator licence requirements
• Monitoring operational KPIs and service performance
• Managing driver attendance, absence, return-to-work processes and holidays
• Conducting driver performance reviews and regular one-to-one meetings
• Supporting accident investigations and transport compliance processes
• Managing fleet and vehicle compliance activities
• Liaising with customers, warehouse teams and other operational stakeholders
• Promoting a positive safety culture and employee engagement programme
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding and agency driver management activities

Our Perfect Worker

We're keen to speak with candidates who have:

• Previous transport office, transport supervisory, FLM or transport management experience
• Strong people management and leadership skills
• Experience managing driver performance, compliance and engagement
• Knowledge of transport legislation and legal compliance requirements
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• The ability to work under pressure and make effective operational decisions
• A proactive and professional approach to problem-solving

Key Information and Benefits

• - Immediate start available for the right candidate
• - Monday to Friday working pattern
• - Competitive hourly rate of £17.82 plus agency enhancement
• - Opportunity to work within a leading logistics operation
• - Supportive management team

If you have transport operations experience and are looking for your next challenge in a leadership role, we'd like to hear from you.

Immediate interviews and starts available for suitable candidates.