Transport Supervisor

TieTalent; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading logistics company as a Transport Supervisor on a 12-month fixed term. You will lead a team to ensure efficient operations while managing compliance and performance in a growing and inclusive environment. Great benefits, opportunities for development, and a supportive culture await you as part of our #WinningTeam.

Benefits

Competitive holiday entitlement

Pension scheme with great contributions

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye Care Vouchers

Employee recognition awards

Discounts from over 50 retailers

Qualifications

• Experience in fleet maintenance within a FMCG environment is crucial.
• Current CPC certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead traffic operations team and manage vehicle utilization.
• Ensure compliance with transport-related regulations.
• Plan effective utilization of drivers and vehicles.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Good Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Current CPC

Experience of Fleet Maintenance

Knowledge of FMCG Environment

Job description

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About

Fowler Welch (Part of the Culina Group) operates in the fresh produce sector providing time critical logistics solutions for major retailers, growers and manufacturers across the UK.

About

Fowler Welch (Part of the Culina Group) operates in the fresh produce sector providing time critical logistics solutions for major retailers, growers and manufacturers across the UK.

At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

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. As well as managing vehicle utilisation and ensuring drivers are given clear and precise instructions.

Salary:Up to £36,900 per annum.

Shift:Sunday-Wednesday, 7pm-7am.

Key Duties Of a Transport Supervisor

• To ensure that colleagues you have responsibility for work within a safe environment and that the transport operation, and its drivers, operates within current transport related regulations.
• Manage driver performance and behaviors using available technology and tools focusing on drivers hours, infringements, driving style and driver compliance such as vehicle checks etc.
• Plan & control equipment and resource to ensure that customer service level targets are met and exceeded.
• To plan the effective utilisation of drivers, vehicles and agency drivers.
• To ensure that all elements of the job are communicated effectively to Transport team and drivers.
• Liaise with customers regarding present or future concerns that may impact service levels agreed.
• 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.
• To support and if necessary, deputise of 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 beadvantageous.
• 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

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave Competitive holiday entitlement.
• Pension scheme We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirementso we offer agreat contribution of 4.5%employee and4.5%employer.
• Life Assurance- x 3 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 days, 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 and 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!

TITL1_UKTJ

• Sittingbourne, England
  
  

Languages

• English

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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