Transport Team Lead: Frontline Operations & Leadership

GB Recruitment (England, Scotland, Wales); Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Tees Valley is looking for a Transport First Line Manager to oversee daily transport operations. Responsibilities include supervising productivity, ensuring driver compliance, and leading a team effectively. Candidates should have people management experience in logistics, excellent communication skills, and be computer literate. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and various employee benefits including a pension scheme and discounts.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site canteen

Discretionary bonus

Flexible working options

Generous pension scheme

Free confidential GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and mortgage advice

Qualifications

• Must have people management experience in a transport/logistics environment.
• Great communicator with the ability to build rapport.
• Computer literate with Microsoft Office experience.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Good working knowledge of working hours regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate productivity for the transport operations.
• Ensure driver compliance and communication across departments.
• Manage front desk and liaise with drivers and customers.
• Lead transport activities and training for direct reports.

Skills

People management experience

Excellent communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of Working Time Directive

Tools

Tachomaster

Microlise

Job description

A leading logistics company in Tees Valley is looking for a Transport First Line Manager to oversee daily transport operations. Responsibilities include supervising productivity, ensuring driver compliance, and leading a team effectively. Candidates should have people management experience in logistics, excellent communication skills, and be computer literate. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and various employee benefits including a pension scheme and discounts.