Transport Shift Manager — Fleet & Ops Leader

Deutsche Post; Southampton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Southampton is seeking a Transport Shift Manager to lead daily transport operations. You will manage a dynamic team, ensure efficient, customer-focused service, and drive performance across the network in a fast-paced logistics environment.

This role requires previous transport and fleet management experience, leadership ability, and a hands-on approach to coaching and problem-solving as you ensure safety, compliance, and excellent operational outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must have Transport experience with fleet management.
• Preferably license holder.
• Previous management experience.
• Coaching and mentorship ability.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Willing to roll sleeves up and get stuck in.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of shift operation with efficient, customer-focused service.
• Manage colleague issues per policies and procedures.
• Direct daily brief/debrief for DHL Drivers and agency crews.
• Ensure driver and fleet legal compliance per standards.
• Induct and train crews; maintain records.
• Manage transport resources for safe operations; conduct inspections.
• Schedule quarterly 1-2-1s with direct reports.
• Manage driver performance using telematics.
• Prepare accident/investigation packs for sign-off.

Skills

Transport experience

Driver's license

Management experience

Coaching

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Job description

DHL Supply Chain in Southampton is seeking a Transport Shift Manager to lead daily transport operations. You will manage a dynamic team, ensure efficient, customer-focused service, and drive performance across the network in a fast-paced logistics environment.

This role requires previous transport and fleet management experience, leadership ability, and a hands-on approach to coaching and problem-solving as you ensure safety, compliance, and excellent operational outcomes.