Job Details
Transport Supervisor - 12 months FTC
Menzies Distribution are looking for an experienced Transport Supervisor to join our busy operation which runs out of our Normanton Depot. Providing a first class service with our team in Wakefield, this role is based on a basic 42 hour week working 4 on 4 off Days 06:00-18:00. Reporting directly to the Transport Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing workload within the depot. You’ll be required to organise and manage the departure of delivery vehicles to help drivers manage a busy multi-drop schedule.
Relevant COVID-19 precautions will be taken during the recruitment process for this role
Supervisor Duties:
- Organise and manage busy transport operation
- manage driver and vehicle compliance for the depot
- Ensure daily briefings and debriefings are carried out
- Ensure all company systems are used correctly and in accordance with instructions issued
- Managing the allocation of work, planning motivating and coaching, absence & return to work interviews, conduct and capability issues.
- Manage the departure of delivery vehicles to help drivers manage a busy multi-drop schedule
- All contact with customers you should be courteous, professional and efficient
- Demonstrate a desire to exceed customer expectations and deliver excellent standards of service
- Develop & maintain relationships with all customers
- Suggest resolutions or escalate complaints, as appropriate
Supervisor Requirements:
- ‘Right To Work’ in the UK
- Full UK driving licence
- Hardworking, positive and flexible attitude to work
- Knowledge of all Transport Legislation
- Good PC skills
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to encourage and influence a team
Supervisor Additional Benefits:
- Uniform & PPE provided
- Healthcare Cashplan for all employees and dependants, including dental, optical, physiotherapy, health screening, 24/7 counselling and more
- Employee perks: discount on trips, hotels, gyms, days out, restaurants, supermarkets and more
- Discount on mobile phone contracts with EE;
- Training opportunities and development plans
- Flexible working options
- Experience of working in transport/warehouse operations
A bit about us:
At Menzies Distribution, we have been delivering across the UK since 1833. Today, we are Logistic UK’s most innovative business of the year, with a strong focus on the future, sustainability, and innovation – we keep moving forwards.
