Transport Shift Lead

Acu-IT.net; Hampton Lovett; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK dairy producer is seeking a Transport Shift Leader for its Droitwich Depot. In this full-time role, you will manage night operations, inspire a high-performing team, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Your strong people management skills and proactive attitude will be essential in ensuring operational success. The role includes an annual bonus, a pension scheme, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Up to 10% annual bonus

Salary sacrifice pension scheme with matching

Life assurance - 4x annual salary

23 days annual leave

Access to exclusive rewards platform

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a transport or logistics leadership role.
• Strong people management and coaching skills with a track record of building successful teams.
• A proactive, self-motivated attitude and commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your team, ensuring delivery against OGSM targets.
• Coach and develop colleagues, supporting career growth and succession planning.
• Drive continuous improvement through Operational Excellence (OE) initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Coaching

Continuous improvement

Operational Excellence

Job description

Mller Milk & Ingredients Distribution (MMID)

is the UK's leading producer and distributor of fresh milk, cream, butter, and dairy ingredients. Operating across extensive logistics and manufacturing networks in the country, MMID delivers over 2.6 billion litres of fresh milk annually to more than 5,500 locations across Britain.

Our strategically located depots enable us to move milk efficiently from farm to fridge—ensuring freshness, speed, and reliability. MMID is committed to operational excellence, sustainability, and supporting British agriculture, making us a trusted partner in the dairy supply chain.

Join Us as a Transport Shift Leader

Location: Droitwich Depot

Contract Type: Full‑Time, Permanent

Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off - Nights (18:00 - 6:00)

Are you a natural leader with a passion for developing people and driving performance? We're looking for an experienced Transport Shift Leader to take ownership of our night operations at Droitwich Depot. This is your chance to lead a high‑performing team, coach talent, and make a real impact on operational success.

What We Offer

• Up to 10% annual bonus
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with Mller matching up to 4%
• Life assurance - 4x your annual salary
• 23 days annual leave
• Access to our exclusive rewards platform with discounts at over 800 retailers

What You'll Do

• Lead and inspire your team, ensuring delivery against OGSM targets.
• Coach and develop colleagues, supporting career growth and succession planning.
• Drive continuous improvement through Operational Excellence (OE) initiatives.
• Create a high‑performance culture using PMS principles, KPI tracking, and effective handovers.
• Manage performance reviews and employee relations with confidence.
• Ensure compliance with legal, audit, and safety standards.
• Act as the escalation point for customer service issues and lead incident investigations.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional leaders to enhance business performance.
• Champion MMID behaviours across all levels.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in a transport or logistics leadership role.
• Strong people management and coaching skills with a track record of building successful teams.
• A proactive, self‑motivated attitude and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• CPC in Transport Management (desirable but not essential).

Contact Details

F.A.O. UK Recruitment, Mller UK & Ireland, Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3SQ

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