Transport Shift Lead - People, Performance & Safety

Müller UK & Ireland; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

23 days’ holiday

Enhanced parental leave

Company pension

Müller Rewards discounts

IT equipment provided

Free on-site parking

Full-time permanent contract

Job summary

Müller UK & Ireland is seeking a Transport Shift Manager for the Manchester Depot. This hands-on leadership role places you at the heart of the operation, guiding your team to maintain a safe, efficient and well-run transport operation.

You’ll coach, develop, and drive improvements while meeting performance targets. Ideal candidates will have experience leading in transport or logistics, a calm, proactive leadership style, and a strong drive for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team within transport or logistics.
• Confident and approachable leadership style.
• Strong coaching and development mindset.
• Calm under pressure with good decision-making in fast-paced ops.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Solid understanding of transport operations; CPC is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the shift team to deliver a reliable transport operation.
• Monitor KPIs and take action to keep performance on track.
• Run daily operations reviews and implement practical improvements.
• Support team through performance conversations and development plans.
• Handle employee relations matters with fairness and clarity.
• Ensure health and safety is prioritised and investigations are conducted as needed.
• Coordinate with other teams to resolve issues and improve operations.
• Act as escalation point for farm services and operational challenges.
• Model Müller behaviours and promote MMID values within the team.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Transport operations

CPC qualification

Job description

Müller UK & Ireland is seeking a Transport Shift Manager for the Manchester Depot. This hands-on leadership role places you at the heart of the operation, guiding your team to maintain a safe, efficient and well-run transport operation.

You’ll coach, develop, and drive improvements while meeting performance targets. Ideal candidates will have experience leading in transport or logistics, a calm, proactive leadership style, and a strong drive for continuous improvement.