Transport Team Leader (Tippers)

NWH Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recycling and waste management company in Scotland seeks a Transport Team Leader to coordinate daily logistics for the fleet. You will manage drivers, enforce compliance, and ensure efficient allocation of work. Ideal candidates should have experience in logistics and be proficient with Microsoft Office. Competitive salary of up to £35,400 per annum plus a bonus scheme is offered, alongside opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Full training and development

Career progression opportunities

Employee Benefit Scheme

Commitment to safety and sustainability

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role managing transportation logistics.
• Knowledge of Transport Legislation is essential.
• Competence in using tracker and work allocation systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day logistics of the NWH fleet.
• Communicate and allocate work with drivers efficiently.
• Lead a team of drivers in a positive proactive manner.
• Enforce Health, Safety and Compliance requirements.

Skills

Logistics industry experience

Tachograph and drivers’ hours regulations

Good geographical knowledge

Professionalism

Team Player

Ability to deal with challenging situations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary: Up to £35,400 per annum, plus bonus scheme

Hours: 8.30am-6pm

Location: Head Office, Mayfield

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Transport Team Leader to join our team based in our Head Office. This role will be responsible for the coordination of the day-to-day logistics of the NWH fleet across several different vehicle sectors including Tipper vehicles.

The ideal candidate would have experience within a similar role, knowledge of Transport Legislation, have the ability to manage a demanding situation, and be a positive team player.

It is essential to be competent in using the Microsoft Office packages and to be confident navigating online platforms e.g. tracker and work allocation systems.

This is a full-time position working Monday to Friday 8.30am-6pm with 1 in 4 saturday mornings on call and will offer a competitive salary of £35,400 per annum dependant on experience plus you will be part of a bonus scheme.

Job Activities:

• Communicate and allocate work with drivers as cost effectively and efficiently as possible
• Leading a team of drivers in a positive proactive manner
• Assist other transport team leaders in the logistics of their vehicles and drivers as required
• Enforcing Health, Safety and Compliance requirements with drivers
• Management of driving staff including recording of sickness, holidays, payroll, and continuously reviewing driver performance.

Transport Coordinator Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Logistics industry experience
• Tachograph and drivers’ hours regulations
• Good geographical knowledge
• Professionalism
• Team Player
• Ability to deal with challenging situations

What We Offer:

• Weekly pay with a competitive salary
• Full training and development provided
• Career progression opportunities within the business
• Employee Benefit Scheme
• Be part of a company committed to safety, sustainability, and supporting its people

Who Are We?

The NWH Group is one of the UK’s leading recycling and waste management businesses with a mission to change our industry for the benefit of the planet.

As a progressive, second-generation family business, we provide essential waste management services to the industrial, commercial, and construction industries. Our team of over 350 employees operates across ten sites in Scotland and North East England.

Come as You Are

The NWH Group is an equal opportunities employer. We value people as individuals with diverse opinions, cultures, lifestyles, and circumstances. All employees are covered by this policy, and it applies to all areas of employment including recruitment, selection, training,

deployment, career development, and promotion. These areas are monitored, and policies and practices are amended if necessary to ensure that no unfair or unlawful discrimination, intentional, unintentional, direct or indirect, overt or latent exists.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the requirements, please submit your application by emailing [e-mail]

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