Transport Supervisor

Gregory Distribution Ltd; Cullompton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday purchasing scheme

Retail discounts with CircularBenefits

Retail Trust Wellbeing Support

Life assurance, pension and sicknesss

Cycle To Work Scheme

Job summary

Gregory Distribution Ltd in Cullompton is seeking a Transport Supervisor to lead the Milk Operation, providing hands-on supervision of day-to-day transport activities with a strong emphasis on compliance and efficiency.

You will route vehicles and drivers for optimal utilisation, uphold health and safety standards, and support wider site operations in Devon and Somerset. Leadership, clear communication, and robust reporting are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport or logistics environment.
• Understanding of Working Time Directive and EU Drivers' Hours regulations.
• Proven leadership and ability to motivate a busy operational team.
• Confident communication across all levels of the business.
• Knowledge of farms and local Devon and Somerset areas for smooth operations.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage a busy workload.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all vehicles and drivers under your supervision are effectively routed to maximise utilisation, meeting customer and GDL service requirements while controlling costs.
• Ensure all tankers operating from Cullompton are presented in a clean, safe, and professional condition at all times.
• Enforce adherence to the company uniform policy, ensuring PPE is issued, available, and reordered as required.
• Provide strong compliance support, ensuring activities involving vehicles, drivers, and trailers meet statutory obligations, legal requirements, and Health & Safety standards.
• Ensure all GDL and customer documentation is completed accurately and within required timescales.
• Maintain positive industrial relations, addressing local issues promptly and escalating concerns to Senior Management where necessary.
• Manage first-stage disciplinary procedures for employees under supervision, in line with policy.
• Ensure compliance with customer hygiene standards and required operating procedures.
• Handle incoming telephone calls courteously and professionally, resolving queries from customers or senior management.
• Build and maintain relationships between drivers, customers, and stakeholders (including farmers), resolving issues amicably.
• Coordinate with Workshops to ensure vehicles and trailers are available for servicing and repairs and comply with O Licence requirements.
• Support recruitment of drivers, ensuring thorough inductions and training.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Compliance knowledge

Communication

MS Office

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Tools

HGV Class 1 (CE) licence

Driver CPC

Job description

About Us:

At Gregory Distribution Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. Join us and grow your career in a supportive and expanding business environment. We foster a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.

Job Description:

Join Gregory Distribution as a Transport Supervisor, supporting our busy Milk Operation based in Cullompton. In this role, you will provide hands‑on leadership and supervision of day‑to‑day transport operations, with a strong focus on compliance and operational excellence. You will also offer wider operational support across the Cullompton site as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure all vehicles and drivers under your supervision are effectively routed to maximise utilisation, consistently meeting customer and GDL service requirements while maintaining control of associated costs.
• Ensure all tankers operating from Cullompton are presented in a clean, safe, and professional condition at all times.
• Enforce adherence to the company uniform policy, ensuring appropriate PPE is issued, available, and reordered as required.
• Provide strong compliance support, ensuring all activities involving vehicles, drivers, and trailers meet statutory obligations, legal requirements, and Health & Safety standards.
• Ensure all GDL and customer documentation is completed accurately and within required timescales.
• Maintain positive industrial relations, addressing local issues promptly and escalating concerns to Senior Management where necessary.
• Manage first‑stage disciplinary procedures for employees under your supervision, in line with company policy.
• Ensure full compliance with customer hygiene standards and required operating procedures.
• Handle incoming telephone calls courteously and professionally, resolving queries efficiently from customers or senior GDL management.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships between drivers, customers, and key stakeholders (including farmers), ensuring issues are resolved amicably through appropriate channels.
• Coordinate with Workshops to make vehicles and trailers available for servicing and repairs, ensuring continued compliance with ‘O’ Licence requirements.
• Support the recruitment of drivers, ensuring all new starters receive thorough inductions and are fully trained in operational procedures.

Requirements:

• Previous experience within a transport or logistics environment, with a sound understanding of the Working Time Directive and EU Drivers' Hours regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership capability, with the ability to manage, support, and motivate a busy operational team.
• A valid HGV Class 1 (CE) licence and Driver CPC are desirable but not essential.
• Communicate with confidence and clarity at every level, building strong relationships across the business.
• Leverage your detailed knowledge of farms and the local area across Devon and Somerset to support the smooth and efficient running of day‑to‑day operations.
• Showcase your organisational skills by prioritising tasks and managing a busy workload with ease.
• Demonstrate sharp attention to detail and consistently hit daily deadlines.
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team while also thriving when using your own initiative.
• Utilise your proficiency in MS Office packages: Word, Excel, and Outlook, to stay on top of reporting and communication.

Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?

Competitive Salary

£37,000 per annum.

Hours

06:00hrs - 18:00hrs, on a 4on 4off shift basis.

Training

Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.

Benefits

Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.

Career Growth

Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.

Company Benefits

Excellent holiday allowance. Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.

Extras

Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Cycle To Work Scheme*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.

Wellbeing Support

Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support* program.

Team Environment

Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.

Eligibility

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.