Logistics
done differently.
We'relooking for a proactive and driven
Transport Supervisor
to join our team and play a key role in managing site and fleet operations within the OCD contract. Working closely with the Transport Manager and peers,you'llensure smooth execution of day:to:day operations.
In short,you'llbe
supervising a team of 18 drivers remotely from Stoke:on:Trent
. The drivers are split across
Rochester, Gloucester, and Motherwell
, so there will be an element of travel involved. This ispredominantly a
Monday to Friday, 9:5 role
, but flexibility isrequiredto cover holidays and operational needs.
Pay, benefits and more:
We're
looking to offer a salary of up to
GBP 33,014.21
per annum. We offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as the
option
to buy
additional
days.
You'll
have access to a variety of high street discounts, cycle to work scheme, a workplace
pension
and many other
perks
.
Key Responsibilities
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Health and Safety Compliance:
Ensure all operations meet H and S standards andcomply withtransport legislation (Driver Hours, Working Time Directive, DVSA regulations).
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Continuous Improvement:
Champion initiatives that enhance value, improve customer satisfaction, and strengthen relationships.
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Operational Supervision:
Provide dynamic and effective supervision of contracts, aligned with business and customer strategies.
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Driver and Vehicle Management:
Oversee driver performance, vehicle compliance, and operational efficiency.
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Daily Communication:
Maintainregular contact with out:base locations and drivers to ensure smooth operations.
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Driver Debriefing and Investigations:
Conduct debriefs, manage investigations, and implement corrective actions.
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Site Visits:
Travel to Rochester, Gloucester, and Motherwell for audits, meetings, and team engagement.
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Service Excellence:
Take ownership of service delivery, ensuring KPIs and SLAs are met, and implement robust solutions to prevent failures.
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People Leadership:
Foster a high:performing team through open communication, performance management, training, and succession planning.
WhatWe'reLooking For
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Proventrack recordintransportoperational delivery and excellence.
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Strong customer focus and ability to build senior:level relationships.
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Experience with Transport Management Systems (WTS preferred but not essential).
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A proactive, energetic, and collaborative leader with excellent people skills.
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Ability to challenge ideas constructively and drive improvements.
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Motivated and committed to personal development and progression.
Be part of something big.
We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment pro