Transport Specialist

XPO Logistics, Inc.; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Barnsley is seeking a Transport Supervisor to oversee admin tasks and HGV fleet maintenance. This role requires experience in a transport office environment and strong customer service skills. Offering a salary of up to £33,014.21 per annum along with 25 days holiday and various perks.

Benefits

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Access to high street discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Workplace pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a transport office environment.
• Knowledge of HGV vehicles and maintenance scheduling.
• Previous experience in a supervisory or team leader role.

Responsibilities

• Update KPI reports and conduct PoD checks.
• Monitor PDA systems and handle incoming calls.
• Manage service schedules for HGVs, tractor units, and trailers.

Skills

Transport office experience

Strong customer service skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

CPC Qualified

Tools

Paragon

Masterpack

WTS

Sphere

Job description

Logistics done differently.

We’re hiring a Transport Supervisor to work onsite at our customer site in Darton, Monday to Friday from 1:00pm to 9:30pm, overseeing admin tasks, HGV fleet maintenance, investigations, and QHSE activities—ideal candidates will have transport office experience, strong customer service skills.

Pay, benefits and more

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £33,014.21 per annum. We offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days. You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts, cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.

What you’ll do on a typical day

• Update KPI reports and conduct PoD checks
• Monitor PDA systems and handle incoming calls
• Manage service schedules for HGVs, tractor units, and trailers
• Liaise with maintenance providers to ensure compliance
• Conduct vehicle-related investigations
• Support site-level investigations and disciplinary processes
• Contribute to site monitoring and QHSE goals through scorecard participation

What you need to succeed at XPO

• Proven experience in a transport office environment
• Knowledge of HGV vehicles and maintenance scheduling
• Previous experience in a supervisory or team leader role
• Strong customer service skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer use

• Desirable – CPC Qualified
• Desirable – Familiarity with systems such as Paragon, Masterpack, WTS, Sphere, or other PoD/planning tools

Be part of something big.

We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and experiences.