Transport Shift Leader | Dairy Logistics & People Lead

Arla Foods A.m.b.a; Chester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension 6% contribution

Benefits portal access

Enhanced family policies

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Free DCPC module

Uniform & PPE provided

Job summary

Arla Foods A.m.b.a in Chester is seeking a Transport Team Leader to oversee day-to-day milk collection operations. You will lead a shift of drivers handling Bulk Farm collection and Bulk Tanker deliveries, ensuring safety, compliance and efficiency.

Reporting to the Inbound Operations Manager, you will plan shifts, liaise with Head Office, and resolve issues on the road. The role includes on-call duties and one weekend in four.

Qualifications

• Experienced Transport Team Leaders or Shift Managers who have managed a team of drivers.
• CPC Transport Manager qualification or willingness to gain it, costs covered by us.
• Proactive and forward-thinking leaders who deliver accurate results under time constraints.
• People-focused leader who brings out the best in their team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of milk collection with driver teams.
• Plan and organise shifts to align with the business plan and safety standards.
• Participate in route planning and use Verilocation, Opitool and SAP.
• Coach, train and manage performance, absence, discipline and grievances.

Skills

Team leadership

People management

Driver team management

Education

Transport Manager CPC qualification

Tools

Verilocation

Opitool

SAP

Job description

Arla Foods A.m.b.a in Chester is seeking a Transport Team Leader to oversee day-to-day milk collection operations. You will lead a shift of drivers handling Bulk Farm collection and Bulk Tanker deliveries, ensuring safety, compliance and efficiency.

Reporting to the Inbound Operations Manager, you will plan shifts, liaise with Head Office, and resolve issues on the road. The role includes on-call duties and one weekend in four.