Transport Supervisor - Maternity Cover

NWF Group; Nantwich; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Life Assurance

Employee assistance programme

Discounts and savings

Job summary

Boughey Distribution is seeking an organised Transport Supervisor to oversee daily transport operations, schedules, and vehicle allocations in a fast-paced environment in Nantwich, UK. The role focuses on efficient planning, execution, and adherence to transport regulations to deliver exceptional service.

You will supervise drivers, monitor performance, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining health, safety, and compliance standards across the fleet and with internal teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Transport Supervisor, Transport Planner, or similar logistics role.
• Strong knowledge of transport operations and fleet management.
• Understanding of driver hours regulations and transport compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily transport operations.
• Manage driver schedules, routes, and vehicle allocations.
• Monitor transport performance and ensure delivery targets are met.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation, including driver hours and vehicle safety.
• Conduct driver briefings, debriefings, and performance reviews.
• Investigate and resolve transport-related issues, delays, and customer concerns.
• Maintain accurate transport records, reports, and documentation.
• Support fleet maintenance planning and vehicle inspections.
• Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety, and compliance.
• Work with warehouse, customer service, and management teams to ensure operational efficiency.

Skills

Transport supervision

Fleet management

Driver hours regulations

Organisational skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

CPC qualification

Tools

TMS software

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking an organised and proactiveTransport Supervisorto oversee the daily transport operations of our fleet and drivers. The successful candidate will ensure the efficient planning, coordination, and execution of transport activities while maintaining compliance with company policies and transport regulations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced transport professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering exceptional service and operational excellence.

Why Boughey?

• Monthly Pay:£40,116.60 per annum
• Contract:Fixed Term until June 2027 covering Maternity Leave
• Shifts:5 days per week on a rota basis (includes weekends) 7.30am to 4pm
• Holidays:33 days per year
• Progression Opportunities:Clear progression pathways across the wider group that operates 2 other business’
• Training Opportunities:Funded, accredited courses.
• Medicash:Cashback on routine medical expenses such as dental, optical, physiotherapy and more!
• Shopping Discounts:Save with discounts at major retailers like Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Currys, Debenhams and more!
• Travel Savings:Discounts on flights, hotels, and airport parking.
• Entertainment Offers:Reduced prices at over 400 cinemas across the UK, including savings on drinks and snacks.
• Dining and Lifestyle: Access to deals on restaurants, leisure activities, and other lifestyle services.
• Enhanced Policies: Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• The Usual: Company Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme including counselling, legal and financial support, Free Refreshments, Free Secure On-Site Parking!

Day to Day

• Supervise and coordinate daily transport operations.
• Manage driver schedules, routes, and vehicle allocations.
• Monitor transport performance and ensure delivery targets are met.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transport legislation, including driver hours and vehicle safety requirements.
• Conduct driver briefings, debriefings, and performance reviews.
• Investigate and resolve transport-related issues, delays, and customer concerns.
• Maintain accurate transport records, reports, and documentation.
• Support fleet maintenance planning and vehicle inspections.
• Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety, and compliance.
• Work closely with warehouse, customer service, and management teams to ensure operational efficiency.

What will you bring?

• Previous experience in a Transport Supervisor, Transport Planner, or similar logistics role.
• Strong knowledge of transport operations and fleet management.
• Understanding of driver hours regulations and transport compliance requirements.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and transport management systems.
• CPC qualification or working knowledge of Operator Licence requirements would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of route planning and fleet optimisation software would be advantageous.

Who areBoughey?

NWF Group comprises of 3 key businesses: NWF Fuels, NWF Agriculture & Boughey Distribution. Employing over 1,400 colleagues across the group, we encourage and empower our people to progress and move fluidly through the group, meaning the sky really is the limit when you join us!

What makes Boughey Distribution different? We store and transport food in a way that is best for our customers, people, communities and the planet! Boasting a 60-year heritage we are committed to on-going investment in our facilities, vehicles, systems and our people. We have more than 1.5 million square feet of warehouse space alongside 160 trucks & 365 trailers, and we want you to be a part of it!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.