Transport Nights Supervisor

Uniserve; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Transport Supervisor to optimize transport operations. The role involves supervising drivers, ensuring fleet compliance, and enhancing delivery performance. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, a commitment to safety, and experience within the logistics sector. Competitive salary with excellent benefits including flexible career pathways, annual reviews, and wellness programs.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Discretionary Bonus

Pension Scheme

Annual Salary Review

Free Eye Test and £49 Vouchers towards Glasses

Interest-Free Company Loan

Free On-Site Parking

Referral Bonus £750

Care First Lifestyle Programme

Flu Jabs Annually

Life Assurance

Electric Vehicle Charging Points at Work

Supply Chain Academy Education Courses

Qualifications

• Experience supervising drivers and/or warehouse teams.
• Working knowledge of transport compliance and safety.
• Ability to make quick, effective decisions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily transport operations and personnel.
• Manage and maintain the company fleet for compliance.
• Schedule routes to optimize efficiency.

Skills

Supervising drivers

Transport compliance knowledge

Strong leadership skills

Problem-solving ability

Excellent communication

Tools

Transport management systems

Job description

At Uniserve, we believe logistics should never be ordinary. That’s why we’re proud to be the UK’s largest privately-owned logistics and global trade management provider – delivering world-class supply chain solutions across land, sea, and air. And right now, we’re looking for an experienced Transport Supervisor to help us drive excellence in our transport operations.

Shift pattern: Nights, 4 on 4 off, 19.00pm till 07.00am.

What you’ll do:

As a Transport Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our transport operations run efficiently, safely, and in line with all regulations. Working closely with drivers, warehouse teams, and external stakeholders, you’ll take ownership of performance, compliance, and customer delivery targets across varying shift patterns.

Key responsibilities include:

Supervise and coordinate daily transport operations and personnel, including drivers and dispatch staff.
Manage and maintain the company fleet, ensuring all vehicles are regularly serviced, safe, roadworthy, and compliant with legal and environmental standards.
Schedule and optimise routes to maximise efficiency and minimize fuel costs and delays.
Track fleet performance, fuel usage, mileage, and maintenance costs, identifying opportunities for improvement.
Ensure timely delivery and collection of goods in line with customer and business requirements.
Maintain accurate transport and vehicle records, including licenses, insurance, inspection logs, and repair history.
Enforce safety policies and conduct regular safety checks and training sessions for drivers.
You will bring:

Experience supervising drivers and/or warehouse teams.
Working knowledge of transport compliance, safety, and vehicle inspections.
Strong leadership, delegation, and people development skills.
Ability to plan, problem-solve, and make quick, effective decisions.
Proficiency with transport management systems and reporting tools.
Excellent communication and organisational ability.
A safety-first mindset and commitment to high standards.
Benefits:

Joining our team means you'll not only enjoy a competitive salary and annual reviews, but also some pretty awesome perks:

Competitive Salary: We value your skills and commitment.
Discretionary Bonus: Because your hard work deserves to be rewarded.
Pension Scheme: We've got your future covered.
Annual Salary Review: Your growth matters to us.
Free Eye Test and £49 Vouchers towards Glasses: Taking care of your vision.
Interest-Free Company Loan: We're here to support you.
Free On-Site Parking: Convenient and hassle-free.
Cycle to work scheme.
Referral Bonus £750: Spread the word and earn some extra cash.
Care First Lifestyle Programme: Because your well-being matters.
Flu Jabs Annually: Stay healthy, on us!
Life Assurance: We've got you covered.
Electric Vehicle Charging Points at Work: Embrace sustainable transport.
Flexible Career Pathway.
Supply Chain Academy Education Courses: Expand your knowledge, including Masters and MBA programmes.