Transport Supervisor

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Pay
£26,000 – £28,000 a year

Job type
Full-time

Shift and schedule
Overtime

Weekend availability

Monday to Friday

 

Location
Keep It Cool Ltd in Bradford
 
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Company pension
Employee discount
Private dental insurance
Private medical insurance
 
Full job description
Transport Supervisor at Keep It Cool Ltd – Bradford

Due to expansion, a growing fleet and internal promotions Keep It Cool Ltd is now looking for a new addition to the transport team.

We are a temperature-controlled distribution company, operating nationwide with our fleet of vans to artics.

We are a 24/ 7 operation and our focus is always on providing our customers with an immediate and exceptional service.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to join a growing business with a lot to offer.

Job Purpose:

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the role will be responsible for managing drivers and vehicles in line with company policies and procedures. The Transport Supervisor will also assist the Operations Manager in their duties and will take part in the planning of operations.

The ultimate goal of the Transport Supervisor is to ensure operations run smoothly by giving adequate driver and vehicle support. The personality and character of the successful applicant will be first and foremost for this position as you will be joining as established team who are always striving for better.

There will be daily direct customer contact so strong verbal communication skills and a personable approach are a must.

Key Accountabilities:

– Ensure the vehicles are roadworthy and compliant and take necessary actions in case of unforeseen events

– Ensure drivers complete vehicle checks correctly

– Debrief and manage drivers hours

– Manage driver behaviours and performance and ensuring any action required is taken in line with company policies and procedures

– Conduct Drivers 1 to 1

– Support drivers and ensure their wellbeing

– Assist the Operations Manager in planning the weekly workload and organisation of manpower to ensure that all runs are covered in a cost effective and efficient manner

Knowledge, Skills, Experience:

– Experience in transport planning

– Understanding of transport and driver’s legislation

– Great attention to detail

– Proficiency in MS Office

– Strong and approachable communication skills

– A self-motivated and proactive approach.

– Ability to meet deadlines and achieve targets

– Ability to work independently

– Excellent communication skills, written and verbal

– Collaborative spirit

– Commitment to upholding HSE company policies

– Driving License required. HGV License beneficial but not a necessity

The Job Offer:

– £26,000 to £28,000 DOE

– Monday to Friday Office hours (Generally 09:00 to 17:00)

– One week per month of “On call” duties (see below)

– Private Health Care

– Employee Discounts

– Be part of a growing and successful company

– Good opportunities to grow and develop the company and themselves

– Future qualifications opportunities will arise

For one week per month, the transport supervisor will be required to look after the operations during evening and weekends. They will need to monitor the phone (using company mobile phone) and deal with any enquiry/issue that arises. During the “on-call weekend”, there will be planning responsibilities for the following day (Saturday for Sunday and Sunday for Monday).

The on-call duties will be home based (outside of office hours) and will not require physical attendance.

Paid overtime will be required from time to time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £26,000.00-£28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Employee discount
Private dental insurance
Private medical insurance
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Transport Supervisor Oct24
 

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