Transport Operations Lead | 4on/4off | Growth & Training

Gregory Distribution Ltd; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Monthly training courses

Competitive benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Gregory Distribution Ltd is seeking a Transport Supervisor to join the Doncaster site and oversee day-to-day transport operations within a busy contract. This role requires coordinating dispatch, managing drivers, and ensuring compliance with regulations while supporting administration tasks.

You will collaborate with the planner, drivers and customers to ensure smooth operations, generate KPI reports, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in a transport environment and knowledge of the Working Time Directive and EU drivers' hours.
• Excellent communication at all levels.
• Strong knowledge of UK geography.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet daily deadlines.
• Able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Support the Transport Manager in guiding and energising the transport team, ensuring resources are used effectively to deliver outstanding performance and client satisfaction.
• Take charge of transport operations, from dispatch debriefs to monitoring work in progress, keeping everything on track.
• Work closely with our planner and customers to ensure smooth operations and proactive planning.
• Manage and debrief drivers, optimizing routes and resources for maximum efficiency.
• Produce insightful reports and KPIs, making recommendations that improve performance and compliance.
• Monitor Health & Safety and compliance, ensuring everything meets company and legal requirements.
• Handle queries across email, phone, and face-to-face interactions with professionalism and confidence.
• Provide hands-on support during breakdowns and operational challenges.
• Foster positive relationships across the team, offering support and collaboration every step of the way.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

UK geography knowledge

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Gregory Distribution Ltd is seeking a Transport Supervisor to join the Doncaster site and oversee day-to-day transport operations within a busy contract. This role requires coordinating dispatch, managing drivers, and ensuring compliance with regulations while supporting administration tasks.

You will collaborate with the planner, drivers and customers to ensure smooth operations, generate KPI reports, and drive continuous improvement.