Position: Transport First Line Manager
Grade: RCS. N
Location: Swan Valley, Northampton (NN4)
Shift patterns: 4 on 4 off. Day time hours (06:00-18:00)
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Join DHL Supply Chain as a Transport First Line Manager in Northampton, supporting our key customer, Morrisons!
We're looking for an energetic, people-focused leader who can drive operational excellence and keep our transport operation running safely, smoothly, and efficiently. In this fast paced environment, you'll play a vital role in delivering outstanding service to Morrisons while empowering your team to perform at their best every day.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
* Managing a team of up to 15 drivers per shift
* To co-ordinate and supervise the work activities of the team providing effective leadership, communication, motivation, training and development
* Effective team management including planning, managing and adjusting staffing levels to meet operational requirements within a short period of time
* To monitor the performance of people, equipment and processes and highlight to their manager where they think these can be improved or need to change
* Utilising various Transport systems, including Kronos, Tachomaster and Microlise
* To identify and work to solve problems in line with the relevant guidelines or policies
* Enforce and ensure adherence to Health and Safety policy / processes
* Facilitate excellent communication through regular briefings, shift updates and continuous feedback to the team
* Conducting driving related investigations and putting together accident packs
THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO
* Previous Transport Management experience (First Line Manager/Shift Manager/Team Manager level) is essential
* Knowledge of Transport systems (Kronos, Tachomaster, Microlise) is essential
* Proven ability to manage a team of drivers, ensuring planning and training is priorised
* Excellent communication skills - Verbal and written
* Great understanding of Drivers hours and transport systems
* Ability to work on your own initiative and within a team environment
* Promoting a health and safety culture on site
WHY JOIN US?
* Free parking and on-site canteen
* 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days
* Discretionary bonus based on performance
* Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
* Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
* Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
* Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
* Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more
WHO WE ARE
We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.
BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE
At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.
As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.
Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing the 13th Arpil. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.
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