Transport Team Lead: Frontline Ops, Safety & Performance

GB Recruitment (England, Scotland, Wales); Kegworth; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Flexible working

Pension scheme with 8% employer

24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Loans, savings schemes and mortgage/ad

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Transport First Line Manager for their Derby operation at East Midlands Gateway. The role oversees busy transport activities, leads a team of drivers, and drives safety, compliance and performance across daily operations.

Working 4 on, 4 off from 6am to 6pm, you will optimise routes, monitor performance and develop staff, ensuring service levels remain high while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport, logistics or distribution.
• Proven leadership of operational teams.
• Strong knowledge of transport operations and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day transport operations to deliver excellent customer service and performance.
• Lead, coach and develop drivers and transport colleagues.
• Monitor fleet utilisation, route performance and driver compliance.
• Ensure all activities are safe and compliant with policies and law.
• Conduct driver briefings, debriefs, investigations and performance reviews.
• Manage resource planning, absence and employee engagement.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability and operational excellence.
• Maintain transport records and ensure compliance with hours, Working Time Directive and vehicle legislation.

Skills

Transport operations

Team leadership

Compliance knowledge

Problem solving

IT skills

Tools

Transport management systems

Job description

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Transport First Line Manager for their Derby operation at East Midlands Gateway. The role oversees busy transport activities, leads a team of drivers, and drives safety, compliance and performance across daily operations.

Working 4 on, 4 off from 6am to 6pm, you will optimise routes, monitor performance and develop staff, ensuring service levels remain high while maintaining safety standards.