First Line Manager

Autoglass®; oThongathi; On-site; ZAR 765,000 - 918,000; Full time

Job summary

Autoglass® Maidstone is seeking a First Line Manager to lead the Distribution Centre team, driving operational excellence and customer service in a fast-paced environment. You will oversee recruitment, coaching and day-to-day warehouse operations, ensuring safety, stock accuracy and KPI delivery.

Join a people-focused team that values continuous improvement, collaboration and developing talent while delivering high standards of service and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams within a warehouse, logistics, distribution or operational environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong coaching and people development capabilities.
• High levels of emotional intelligence and the ability to lead with empathy.
• An agile, proactive and solution-focused mindset.
• The ability to adapt and lead through change.
• A commitment to health, safety and colleague wellbeing.
• IOSH qualification (or willingness to achieve one).
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Leading, coaching and motivating your team to achieve exceptional performance
• Managing day-to-day warehouse operations, ensuring productivity and service targets are achieved
• Driving operational and financial KPIs through effective planning and performance management
• Taking ownership of recruitment, onboarding and developing talent within your team
• Creating a positive, inclusive and engaging workplace culture where success is recognised and celebrated
• Championing health, safety and wellbeing, fostering a culture of zero harm
• Building strong relationships across the Distribution Centre and wider business to share best practice and improve performance
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, service and colleague experience
• Managing employee data and performance processes through Workday
• Conducting meaningful wellbeing, performance and career development conversations
• Ensuring warehouse equipment and operational procedures remain safe, compliant and effective
• Supporting stock accuracy, resolving complex stock issues and contributing to outstanding customer service
• Working closely with sales teams to maximise wholesale opportunities and business performance

Skills

Team leadership

Warehouse operations

Communication

Coaching

Health & safety

IOSH qualification

Driving licence

Tools

Workday

Job description

About Autoglass® And Laddaw

We’re a recognisedsuperbrandand we know where we’re going. We’re a business with direction and purpose and regardless of your role here, it’s about us all making a difference with real care. We never stand still. We’re relentless,innovativeand ambitious, always looking to go further and improve, which creates a world where we need genuine and driven people to help us get there.

Contract Type

Regular

About Autoglass® And Laddaw

We’re a recognisedsuperbrandand we know where we’re going. We’re a business with direction and purpose and regardless of your role here, it’s about us all making a difference with real care. We never stand still. We’re relentless,innovativeand ambitious, always looking to go further and improve, which creates a world where we need genuine and driven people to help us get there.

Making a Difference Together.

As a truly people focusedbusiness, we believe in promoting opportunities for all, welcoming people who share our passion for enabling exceptional customer experience. We’ll support you with fantastic toolsand training in an atmosphere that encourages idea contribution and collaboration working with warm,friendly and real people. If this sounds like somewhere you’ll thrive,keep reading. --

Maidstone

£35,262 + benefits

Full-time, permanent

Are you a passionate people leader with experience in warehouse or distribution operations? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to drive improvement?

We're looking for a First Line Manager to join our Distribution Centre leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead, inspire and develop a high-performing team while ensuring outstanding operational standards, safety and customer service.

If you're someone who leads from the front, embraces continuous improvement and enjoys creating an engaged and motivated workforce, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

As a First Line Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering operational excellence while creating an environment where people can perform at their best.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Leading, coaching and motivating your team to achieve exceptional performance
• Managing day-to-day warehouse operations, ensuring productivity and service targets are achieved
• Driving operational and financial KPIs through effective planning and performance management
• Taking ownership of recruitment, onboarding and developing talent within your team
• Creating a positive, inclusive and engaging workplace culture where success is recognised and celebrated
• Championing health, safety and wellbeing, fostering a culture of zero harm
• Building strong relationships across the Distribution Centre and wider business to share best practice and improve performance
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, service and colleague experience
• Managing employee data and performance processes through Workday
• Conducting meaningful wellbeing, performance and career development conversations
• Ensuring warehouse equipment and operational procedures remain safe, compliant and effective
• Supporting stock accuracy, resolving complex stock issues and contributing to outstanding customer service
• Working closely with sales teams to maximise wholesale opportunities and business performance

What We're Looking For

We're looking for an inspiring leader who combines operational expertise with a genuine passion for developing people.

You’ll Have

• Experience leading teams within a warehouse, logistics, distribution or operational environment
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong coaching and people development capabilities
• High levels of emotional intelligence and the ability to lead with empathy
• An agile, proactive and solution-focused mindset
• The ability to adapt and lead through change
• A commitment to health, safety and colleague wellbeing
• IOSH qualification (or willingness to achieve one)
• A full UK driving licence

Why Join Us?

This is more than a warehouse management role. It's an opportunity to influence culture, develop people and help shape the future of a high-performing operation.

In Return, You'll Enjoy

• The opportunity to lead and develop a talented team
• A supportive leadership environment that values collaboration
• Ongoing development and career progression opportunities
• The chance to make a real impact on operational success and colleague engagement
• Being part of a business committed to safety, wellbeing and continuous improvement

Success in This Role

You’ll Be Helping The Business Achieve

• Excellent productivity and operational performance
• High levels of stock accuracy and supply chain compliance
• Outstanding employee engagement
• Zero lost-time accidents
• Strong customer service and delivery standards
• Continuous improvement across key operational measures
• Achievement of individual and team objectives

Accessibility

We make every effort to make our web presence accessible to all. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, we’ll provide reasonable accommodations to individuals who need assistance in the application/hiring process.For assistance,contact us at [e-mail].