Transport Supervisor

Culina Group; England; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the UK is seeking a Transport Supervisor for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves leading traffic and driver teams, ensuring vehicle utilization, and compliance with transport regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in fleet maintenance and a strong understanding of the FMCG environment. Competitive salary up to £36,900 per annum, with various employee benefits provided.

Benefits

Competitive holiday entitlement

4.5% pension contribution

Life Assurance – 3x annual salary

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Eye Care Vouchers

Employee of the Month recognition

Retailer discounts through benefit platform

Qualifications

• Experience of fleet maintenance.
• Knowledge and experience of FMCG environment.
• Good knowledge of vehicle mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the traffic operations team and driver team.
• Ensure safety and compliance of transport operation.
• Manage driver performance using technology.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Good communication skills

Job description

Our Teynham site have an exciting opportunity for a Transport Supervisor to join our team on a 12 month fixed term basis.

As a Transport Supervisor you will be responsible for leading the traffic operations team and driver team in ensuring the planning of company and third party resources, managing vehicle utilisation and ensuring drivers are given clear and precise instructions.

Salary: Up to 36900 per annum.

Shift: Sunday-Wednesday 7pm-7am.

Key Duties of a Transport Supervisor

• Ensure that colleagues under your responsibility work within a safe environment and that the transport operation and its drivers operate within current transport related regulations.
• Manage driver performance and behaviours using available technology and tools focusing on drivers hours infringements, driving style and driver compliance such as vehicle checks etc.
• Plan and control equipment and resource to ensure customer service level targets are met and exceeded.
• Plan the effective utilisation of drivers, vehicles and agency drivers.
• Ensure that all elements of the job are communicated effectively to the Transport team and drivers.
• Liaise with customers regarding present or future concerns that may impact agreed service levels.
• Undertake additional tasks/duties as may be required by management.
• Maintain department discipline including time keeping, conduct and performance with the support of HR and utilising the company disciplinary policy and procedures where appropriate and escalating issues when necessary.
• Identify the training and development needs for departmental colleagues and coach/organise/oversee solutions using own knowledge and company training tools.
• Support and if necessary deputise the Transport Manager in meetings or customer reviews.
• Close liaison with fellow team members and management to discuss efficiencies and agreed operational practices.

Qualifications

• Experience of fleet maintenance.
• Knowledge and experience of FMCG environment.
• Current CPC would be advantageous.
• Experience of vehicle servicing and maintenance within a similar environment.
• Good knowledge of vehicle mechanics.
• Thoroughness/attention to detail.
• Able to work effectively in a team.
• Good communication skills.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Fowler Welch a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Benefits

• Annual Leave – competitive holiday entitlement.
• Pension scheme – we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a 4.5% employee and 4.5% employer contribution.
• Life Assurance – 3x your annual salary.
• Wellness – via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• Eye Care Vouchers – we can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition – we recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the Month, Employee of the Year special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts – via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings.

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time