Transport Operations Lead - Glasgow Depot

InPost Ltd.; Bellshill; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Cycle2Work scheme

Employee assistance program

Job summary

InPost UK is seeking a Transport Team Manager to lead our Glasgow/Bellshill transport operations. You will coordinate collections and deliveries, manage drivers, and work closely with the Sort Centre to ensure smooth, compliant transport and service continuity.

The role blends hands-on leadership with strategic oversight, requiring proven transport operations experience, familiarity with transport management systems, and knowledge of drivers’ hours.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport operations.
• Working knowledge of transport management systems.
• Up-to-date knowledge of drivers’ hours and working time regulations.
• Transport CPC – desirable.
• Previous people management experience (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage daily transport activity to ensure on-time performance and service levels.
• Lead driver briefings and debriefings for employed, subcontracted, and agency drivers.
• Monitor driver performance using operational data and reporting tools.
• Track KPIs and take corrective action where needed to improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and Operating Licence standards.
• Promote health and safety across the site and manage risk.
• Support absence and performance management; escalate as needed.
• Investigate incidents and propose follow-up actions.
• Build relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Coordinate with the Sort Centre to streamline operations and improve throughput.
• Contribute to site-wide projects and improvements.
• Collaborate with union representatives as needed.
• Manage yard operations and trailer movements for timely bay availability.
• Adapt to peak periods and events.

Skills

Transport operations

People management

Regulatory compliance

Problem solving

Education

Transport CPC (desirable)

Tools

Transport management systems

Job description

InPost UK is seeking a Transport Team Manager to lead our Glasgow/Bellshill transport operations. You will coordinate collections and deliveries, manage drivers, and work closely with the Sort Centre to ensure smooth, compliant transport and service continuity.

The role blends hands-on leadership with strategic oversight, requiring proven transport operations experience, familiarity with transport management systems, and knowledge of drivers’ hours.