Transport Late Shift Supervisor

People Solutions; Bolsover; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Overtime available

Temp to perm opportunity

Training and development

Health Shield cash back plan

Employee referral programme

Driver bonus scheme

20 days annual leave increasing to 28

Job summary

People Solutions recruits for a Transport Late Shift Supervisor role based in Alfreton, Derbyshire. You will oversee day and mid shift driver teams, plan resources to meet daily demand, and ensure safe, efficient transport operations aligned with KPIs.

The position offers Sunday-Thursday night work (22:00–06:00), with pay rates of £15.05 per hour (up to 42 hours) and £22.58 overtime. Temp-to-perm potential, on-site parking, training, and employee benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport supervision or fleet operations.
• Ability to plan driver and vehicle resources to meet daily demand.
• Strong knowledge of SOPs and HR policy.
• English fluency and standard education.
• 2–3 years in transport.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for day-to-day management of Day and Mid Shift Driver Teams.
• Plan and flex driver/vehicle resources to meet daily requirements.
• Ensure transport activity meets safety, efficiency and KPIs.
• Maintain OTIF targets and other service performance measures.
• Coordinate with warehouse and customer service to resolve issues.
• Manage agency drivers and third-party carriers.

Skills

Staff management

Driver scheduling

KPI tracking

SOP compliance

HR policy understanding

Legislation awareness

English fluency

CPC certification

Education

Secondary School diploma

Job description

Transport Shift Supervisor - Alfreton, Derbyshire

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an Transport Shift Supervisor to join our well-established client based at Alfreton, Derbyshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, consistent Sunday to Thursday work, and long-term opportunities with the potential to secure a permanent position.

This role would suit applicants who have previously worked as an Transport Shift Supervisor.

Pay Rates:

• £15.05 (up to 42 hours)
• £22.58 (Overtime)

Shifts:

• Sunday to Thursday
• 22:00 - 06:00

Benefits:

Your benefits as an Transport Late Shift Supervisor include:

• Excellent rates of pay
• Overtime available
• Temp to perm opportunity
• Training and development
• Free on-site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee recognition scheme
• Employee referral programme
• Permanent positions available for suitable candidates
• Driver of the Month prizes
• Driver bonus scheme
• 20 days annual leave (increasing to 28 days) plus 8 bank holidays once permanent
• One paid volunteer day per year
• Health Shield cash back plan (up to £1,000 per year)
• Employee discount hub
• Cycle to Work scheme

As a Transport Late Shift Supervisor your duties will be:

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management and performance of the Day and Mid Shift Driver Teams.
• Plan, organise and flex driver and vehicle resources to meet daily operational requirements and agreed service levels.
• Ensure all transport activity is delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure the operation consistently achieves agreed OTIF (On Time In Full) targets and other service performance measures.
• Monitor daily and weekly transport performance, identify trends and take timely corrective action where required.
• Ensure all drivers understand and consistently follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Work closely with warehouse teams to ensure loads are accurately prepared, completed and loaded on time.
• Maximise successful returns and ensure returned products are managed efficiently and accurately.
• Liaise closely with Customer Service to resolve operational issues and improve overall customer satisfaction.
• Ensure appropriate levels of driver and vehicle resource are available to meet changing business requirements.
• Effectively manage agency drivers and third-party carriers in line with company standards and operational requirements.

Essential Skills:

• Ability to manage the clerks and drivers by active engagement, regular communication
• and regular performance reviews.
• Capability to plan, manage and flex driver and vehicle levels to meet operational
• requirements.
• Manage all disciplinary and grievance issues in line with HR policy.
• Legal compliance i.e. understanding of legislative regulations and / or standards.
• 2 to 3 year's experience in transport.
• International CPC holder (preferable)
• Secondary School standard of general education
• Fluent in English

Training:

• Industry related training and ongoing support throughout