Transport Shift Manager - FMCG Logistics Leader

Hovis Bakeries; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hovis Bakeries is seeking a Transport Shift Manager to lead a team of drivers and transport coordinators, ensuring safe delivery and collection of goods in line with legal and company standards. The role covers day, night, and weekend shifts with flexible patterns in the short term.

The candidate will manage performance, ensure compliance with health and safety, and contribute to continuous improvement in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years experience managing teams in transport/logistics.
• Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, or distribution environments.

Responsibilities

• Set goals, targets and expectations for Drivers and Transport Coordinators on shifts.
• Ensure daily debriefs and daily performance updates to Transport Management Team.
• Ensure compliance with EH&S, legal and company standards on all shifts.
• Optimize labour utilisation using scheduling systems and labour flexibility.
• Recruit, train and develop Drivers and Coordinators reflecting company values.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to meet targets.
• Address service issues promptly and escalate where needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Transport ops

HSE knowledge

Relationship building

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Customer focus

Communication

Education

CPC qualification

Tools

Operator Licence knowledge

Job description

Hovis Bakeries is seeking a Transport Shift Manager to lead a team of drivers and transport coordinators, ensuring safe delivery and collection of goods in line with legal and company standards. The role covers day, night, and weekend shifts with flexible patterns in the short term.

The candidate will manage performance, ensure compliance with health and safety, and contribute to continuous improvement in a fast-paced FMCG environment.