Transport Supervisor

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Blackbrook; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension

Private medical & dental

Online GP service

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

MyBenefits discounts

Job summary

GXO Logistics, Inc. seeks a Transport First Line Manager for our Haydock site on a full-time, permanent basis. You will lead day-to-day transport operations, manage GXO and agency staff across shifts, and ensure safety and compliance with DVSA policies.

The role blends hands-on operational tasks with project involvement and aims to build a motivated team where people feel supported and valued. Monday–Friday 10:00–18:00, with some peak-time night shift coverage as required.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in logistics/transportation.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety principles.
• Understanding of vehicle compliance and loading safety.
• Knowledge of transportation operations and safety regulations.
• Strong problem-solving to manage challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations and manage GXO/agency staff across shifts.
• Ensure safety compliance and investigate incidents with HR/QHSE.
• Coordinate vehicle loading/unloading safely.
• Maintain compliance measures for DVSA and related systems.
• Support continuous improvement and project involvement.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety

Vehicle compliance

Transportation ops

Problem-solving

Tools

Tachomaster

Trailer Master

Tachograph analysis

Job description

The role is being offered on a full-time, permanent basis. You will work Monday-Friday, 10:00 - 18:00, although some flexibility may be required during peak times to cover colleagues on annual leave (including occasional night shift cover) - this is logistics after all!

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe working environment and to operate in accordance with company Health & Safety policies. This includes Road to Zero
• Ensure all GXO / DVSA compliance measures are prioritised and maintained. These include Tachomaster, Trailer Master, Tachograph analysis, infringement reporting and investigations
• Ensure adequate accident investigations are carried out in a timely manner and recorded with appropriate support from the QHSE team and to take corrective action as appropriate with support from HR team
• Day to day team management of all GXO and agency staff within the distribution operation across different shifts and sites as operationally required

GXO is currently seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Transport First Line Manager to join the BT contract at our Haydock site. You will experience a blend of first line operational tasks and hands‑on project involvement, and you'll take pride in building a motivated, engaged team and creating a culture where people feel supported, valued, and able to perform at their best.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role within the transportation or logistics industry
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety principles
• Knowledge and understanding of vehicle compliance requirements and the importance of correct management, including the safe vehicle loading / unloading process
• Strong knowledge of transportation operations, safety regulations, and legal compliance
• Problem‑solving skills and the ability to manage challenge

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting‑edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.

Compensation & Benefits

• We’re offering a salary of up to £35,134.74
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Your benefits package includes a company-sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme.
• You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!