Transport Supervisor

Devyani International P Ltd; Adwick le Street; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the United Kingdom is looking for a Contract Supervisor to lead a dynamic team in achieving operational KPIs. The role involves managing safety standards, team motivation, and compliance with legal requirements. Candidates should have experience in operations, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency in MS Office tools. A competitive salary of £33,000 annually is offered, along with various employee benefits, including pension and discounts.

Benefits

Pension

Holidays

Share plans

Cycle scheme

Discounts

Onsite parking

Canteen

Qualifications

• Experience in Operations, including Transport and Warehouse.
• Understanding of transport driver targets.
• Flexible to work shifts including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage safety, service, cost, and people to meet KPIs.
• Motivate the team to achieve targets through guidance.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.

Skills

Team management

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Knowledge of scheduling systems

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Microlise system

Job description

Join our Doncaster team as a Contract Supervisor.

Salary: £33,000 annual

Responsibilities

1. Manage safety, service, cost, and people to meet KPIs.
2. Motivate the team to achieve targets through guidance and encouragement.
3. Ensure daily and weekly KPIs are met using planning and scheduling tools.
4. Operate within legal constraints of the site’s operator’s license.
5. Ensure compliance with the Road Traffic Act and health and safety legislation.
6. Assist in recruitment and training of the Operations Team.
7. Build customer confidence through operational knowledge.
8. Develop the Operations Team through performance plans and reviews.
9. Maintain a proactive approach to Health & Safety standards.
10. Promote a positive site culture and improve operational procedures.
11. Collaborate with other departments and third parties to understand systems.
12. Manage investigations, disciplinary, and grievance procedures.
13. Control absence levels within the team.
14. Monitor vehicle damage, hygiene programs, and system exceptions.
15. Report to the CDC Manager.
16. Organize driver and vehicle schedules to meet targets.

Candidate Requirements

1. Experience in Operations, including Transport and Warehouse.
2. Knowledge of computerised scheduling and driver management (FTA advantageous).
3. Understanding of transport driver targets.
4. Experience in a unionised environment preferred.
5. Team management experience.
6. Flexible to work shifts including weekends (Tuesday to Saturday operation).
7. Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Microlise system.
8. Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
9. Proven leadership and capacity for growth.

What We Offer

We value our employees and offer a friendly, safety-focused environment, competitive salary, and benefits such as pension, holidays, share plans, cycle scheme, discounts, onsite parking, and canteen.

We provide opportunities for career development, training, and multi-skilling in a dynamic environment.

Application Process

If you are qualified and motivated, apply now by submitting your CV. We review applications promptly and encourage early submissions.

We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applicants regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.