Transport Operations Supervisor

The Caraires Consultancy; Crick; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Caraires Consultancy is seeking a proactive Operations Supervisor for the Crick site. You will oversee day-to-day operations, manage depot assets, resources and facilities, and work with the management team to ensure peak cost efficiency and smooth daily performance.

Responsibilities include leading the shift, administering fleet/asset programs, completing daily depot checks, engaging with drivers on performance, and supporting payroll planning and data reporting for the Senior team.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport operations or similar role.
• Knowledge of EU Hours, Working Time Directives and Tachograph legislation.
• Energetic, motivating leadership style with good communication.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and data handling.
• Willingness to resolve issues quickly and keep the site running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: demonstrate leadership on shift.
• Fleet & Asset Management: maintain depot assets and databases; coordinate with Fleet.
• Daily Compliance: perform depot checks and log in central system.
• Driver Engagement: communicate daily performance and improvement actions with drivers.
• Admin & Reporting: support payroll planning and maintain personnel files; provide data to seniors.

Skills

Transport operations experience

Hours / Tachograph knowledge

Leadership skills

Excel proficiency

Issue resolution

Job description

Temp to perm Location: Crick Salary: Up to £29,079 per annum Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off (Days Only) | 06:00 – 18:00

Our client are looking for a proactive and hands-on Operations Supervisor to manage the day-to-day operations on site. In this role, you will support the Operational Management team in maintaining and managing depot assets, resources, and facilities—ensuring peak cost efficiency and smooth daily performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Actively demonstrate leadership qualities on shift
• Fleet & Asset Management: Administer the vehicle and trailer maintenance program, maintain internal databases, and follow up on defects with the Fleet Department.
• Daily Compliance: Complete all daily depot checks and record them on the central system.
• Driver Engagement: Maintain direct contact with drivers regarding daily performance and collaborative improvement actions.
• Admin & Reporting: Support the Operations Manager with depot payroll planning, maintain up-to-date personnel files, and provide key data to the Senior Operations Supervisor and Transport Manager

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience: At least 1 year of experience working within transport operations or a similar transport-related role.
• Industry Knowledge: A strong working knowledge of EU Hours, Working Time Directives, and Tachograph legislation.
• Leadership Style: An energetic, motivating leadership style with excellent communication skills.
• Tech Savvy: PC literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Drive: A strong willingness to resolve issues efficiently and keep the site running smoothly.