Transport Operations Lead – First Line Manager

Danzas Corporation; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Pension with 8% employer / 4% employee

24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Loans and savings programs

Mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Thirsk is seeking a Transport First Line Manager to lead daily warehouse operations, ensuring safety, efficiency and reliability in a rotating shift pattern.

You will monitor performance, drive continuous improvement, and foster teamwork while upholding safety standards in a busy logistics environment.

The role offers a discretionary bonus, a strong pension scheme, and access to staff health and wellbeing benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a transport office environment.
• Previous experience managing or supervising people.
• Strong IT and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Team: Supervise daily warehouse operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Ensure Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards and compliance regulations, creating a safe and secure workplace for everyone.
• Monitor Performance: Track key performance indicators and drive continuous improvement initiatives to meet and exceed our goals.
• Foster Collaboration: Build a strong team culture that values communication, accountability and teamwork.

Skills

Experience in transport office

People management

IT and admin skills

Communication skills

Proactive under pressure

Job description

DHL Supply Chain in Thirsk is seeking a Transport First Line Manager to lead daily warehouse operations, ensuring safety, efficiency and reliability in a rotating shift pattern.

You will monitor performance, drive continuous improvement, and foster teamwork while upholding safety standards in a busy logistics environment.

The role offers a discretionary bonus, a strong pension scheme, and access to staff health and wellbeing benefits.