Job Title: Nightshift Supervisor - Transport & Logistics
Location: Wednesbury
Salary: £35,000 – £38,000 per annum
Hours: 20:00 – 06:00, Sunday to Thursday (possible adjustment to 18:00 – 04:00)
Contract Type: Permanent
About the Role:
Our client is seeking a Nightshift Supervisor to lead their transport operations and ensure a smooth, efficient delivery process. You’ll manage trailers, oversee night drivers, and support tug/shunting operations during busy periods, breaks, or holidays.
Key Responsibilities:
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Supervise night operations, ensuring all site procedures and safety policies are followed.
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Ensure deliveries are completed efficiently and customer requirements are met, maintaining high standards of timekeeping and attendance.
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Undertake vehicle and trailer checks, reporting defects and ensuring all equipment is fit for purpose.
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Prepare trailers for loading, implement the loading schedule, and maximise payload efficiency while preventing damage.
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Support tug driving and shunting operations during periods of high volume, lunch breaks, or staff absence.
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Assist with compliance against Operators Licence requirements.
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Maintain excellent communication with drivers and the transport office, including handovers and debriefs.
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Lead by example, fostering a positive, safe, and productive team environment.
Requirements:
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Experience in transport, logistics, or supervisory roles.
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Knowledge of vehicle checks, loading procedures, and compliance standards.
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Ability to operate a tug and assist with shunting is desirable.
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Flexible, reliable, and solution-focused.
Why Apply:
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Competitive salary of £35,000–£38,000.
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Join a supportive, well-established transport team.
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Make a real impact on night operations and team performance