Transport Supervisor

Sunblink Ltd-GRN; Belfast; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established distribution business in Northern Ireland seeks a Transport Supervisor to manage a team of drivers and ensure efficient operations. The role involves coordinating daily routes, handling operational issues, and ensuring compliance with transport processes. Candidates should have prior experience in logistics and a hands-on approach to problem-solving. This position offers a structured shift pattern and training opportunities within a stable environment.

Benefits

Full training and ongoing development

Opportunity to progress within transport and operations management

Structured shift patterns

Qualifications

• Previous experience within transport or logistics operations.
• Supervisory or first-line management experience, ideally managing drivers.
• Confidence using transport systems and handling operational administration.

Responsibilities

• Leading, managing and supporting a team of multi-drop drivers on shift.
• Coordinating daily routes and driver coverage.
• Ensuring compliance with transport processes and health & safety.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Good organisational skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Transport Supervisor — £35,000- £40,000 — Mallusk

Do you have experience in transport operations and enjoy leading drivers in a fast-paced, operational environment? Are you looking for a hands-on supervisory role that offers structure, stability and clear earning potential?

As a well-established distribution business operating within a quality-driven environment, this organisation plays a critical role in time-sensitive, multi-drop deliveries across Northern Ireland. Their focus on service, compliance and reliability has made them a trusted partner within their sector.

Working closely with the Transport Manager, you will support the day-to-day coordination of driver activity, ensuring routes run efficiently, issues are resolved quickly and operational standards are consistently met.

If you enjoy being close to the operation, managing drivers on shift and solving problems in real time, this is an excellent opportunity to step into a visible First Line Manager role within transport operations

Responsibilities

• Leading, managing and supporting a team of multi-drop drivers on shift
• Coordinating daily routes and driver coverage, responding to changes and disruptions
• Acting as the first point of contact for drivers during operational hours
• Conducting driver briefings and debriefings
• Liaising with warehouse and customer service teams to resolve day-to-day issues
• Supporting onboarding and training of new starters and agency drivers
• Ensuring compliance with transport processes, health & safety and regulated goods handling
• Supporting performance against service and operational KPIs
• Assisting with people management matters including performance and attendance

Shift Pattern

• Monday to Friday, rotating shifts:
  • Early shift: 06:00 - 14:00
  • Late shift: 12:00 - 20:00 (Monday-Thursday)
• Normal finish on Fridays
• Saturday mornings on a rotational basis only (typically 2-3 hours)
• Participation in an on-call rota (approximately 1 week in every 4-5)

You Will Need

• Previous experience within transport or logistics operations
• Supervisory or first-line management experience, ideally managing drivers
• Strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Good organisational skills with attention to detail
• Confidence using transport systems and handling operational administration
• A practical, hands-on approach to problem solving
• Experience within regulated or 3PL environments (e.g. healthcare, pharmaceuticals) is advantageous

What’s in It for You

• Stable, days-based role with structured shift patterns
• Full training and ongoing development
• Opportunity to progress within transport and operations management

If you're interested in stepping into a key supervisory role within a well-established logistics operation, then click APPLY NOW.

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