Transport Shift Lead - Drive Safety & Performance

Evri; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Evri Group in Warrington is seeking a driven Transport Shift Manager to lead a busy shift operation. You will oversee Transport Supervisors and Drivers, drive performance, safety and compliance, and deliver high service levels for customers.

You'll report to the Transport Operations Manager, manage KPIs, plan resources to forecast volumes and develop a high-performing team through coaching and regular performance reviews.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a transport, logistics or distribution environment.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing operational teams.
• Strong understanding of transport operations, compliance and industry best practices.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to use data to drive performance and decision making.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with transport management systems and operational reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing a team of Transport Supervisors and Drivers to deliver strong operational performance.
• Managing shift activities to ensure efficient dispatch, driver debriefs and service delivery.
• Monitoring operational KPIs, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing action plans.
• Supporting transport planning activities to ensure resources align with forecasted volumes.
• Driving a culture of safety, compliance and operational excellence across the shift.
• Conducting regular one-to-ones, performance reviews and team meetings to support colleague development.
• Producing shift reports and using operational data to influence decision making and performance improvements.

Skills

Transport experience

Team leadership

Compliance knowledge

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

TMS experience

Education

CPC National Qualification

Tools

Isotrak

TMS

Tachomaster

Job description

Evri Group in Warrington is seeking a driven Transport Shift Manager to lead a busy shift operation. You will oversee Transport Supervisors and Drivers, drive performance, safety and compliance, and deliver high service levels for customers.

You'll report to the Transport Operations Manager, manage KPIs, plan resources to forecast volumes and develop a high-performing team through coaching and regular performance reviews.