Transport Supervisor

Bidfresh; Woolwich; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance 31 days

Employee discounts

Full training and ongoing support

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bidfresh in Woolwich is seeking a Transport Supervisor to lead a team of Multi-Drop Van Drivers and ensure a safe, efficient delivery operation. You will work closely with the Transport Manager to direct daily activities and uphold service standards.

This hands-on role requires organising driver coverage, ensuring vehicle safety and compliance, and supporting the team to resolve delivery issues while maintaining customer focus and cost control.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a transport/delivery setting.
• Experience coordinating or supervising a team.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support your drivers, setting clear priorities and service standards.
• Organise drivers and equipment to keep daily deliveries running smoothly.
• Lead by example, helping your team follow safety rules and transport regulations.
• Work with the transport team to keep vehicles safe, serviced and up to date with MOTs.
• Keep equipment in good working order and arrange prompt repairs when needed.
• Look after company vehicles, delivery equipment and uniforms to help control costs.
• Work with colleagues and customers to resolve delivery issues and keep everyone informed.

Skills

Leadership

Transport operations

Team management

Communication

Customer service

UK driving licence

Job description

Transport Supervisor

Location: Woolwich
Salary: Competitive
Hours: 40
Reporting to: Transport Manager

Lead the team that keeps fresh food moving

Join Bidfresh as a Transport Supervisor in Woolwich and lead a team of Multi-Drop Van Drivers, helping them deliver a safe, efficient and reliable service. Working closely with the Transport Manager, you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day transport operation, giving your team clear direction and making sure they understand their responsibilities and the standards expected.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll lead by example, support your drivers and keep the operation running smoothly when priorities change. From organising cover for holidays and absence to stepping in with deliveries when needed, you'll balance the needs of your team with a strong focus on customer service, safety and transport efficiency.

What you'll be doing

• Lead and support your drivers, setting clear priorities and service standards.
• Organise drivers and equipment to keep daily deliveries running smoothly.
• Lead by example, helping your team follow safety rules and transport regulations.
• Work with the transport team to keep vehicles safe, serviced and up to date with MOTs.
• Keep equipment in good working order and arrange prompt repairs when needed.
• Look after company vehicles, delivery equipment and uniforms to help control costs.
• Work with colleagues and customers to resolve delivery issues and keep everyone informed.

What we're looking for

• A hands-on leadership approach, with the ability to give clear direction, support colleagues and lead by example
• Experience in transport, delivery or a similar operational environment, ideally with responsibility for coordinating or supervising a team
• Strong communication and customer service skills, with the confidence to explain expectations and resolve day-to-day issues
• A full UK driving licence for vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes and a willingness to support deliveries and safe manual handling when needed
• Strong organisational skills and a practical approach to managing changing priorities, driver cover and delivery requirements
• A commitment to safe working, vehicle compliance and maintaining high standards across the team

Why join Bidfresh?

• Pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance of 31 days per year
• Employee discounts and benefits
• Full training and ongoing support
• Career development opportunities
• The opportunity to work for a leading fresh food supplier serving some of the UK's best hospitality businesses

Make our journey, your journey. Join Bidfresh and help deliver fresh food excellence every day.