Overview
Transport Team Manager at GXO. Leading transport operations at the Dartford depot for Sainsbury's, reporting to the Transport Shift Manager. Full-time, permanent role working a 4 on 4 off shift pattern from 18:00 to 06:00.
What you’ll do on a typical day
* Keep operations safe, compliant, and running smoothly; take ownership of Health & Safety, accident investigations, defects, and legal compliance
* Be the go-to problem solver on shift; resolve operational issues, cover key desks, and step into shift management when needed
* Support, manage, and develop people, from drivers to clerical colleagues
* Control performance and costs; manage hours, run reports, track compliance, and drive continuous improvement
* Be the communication hub; handle queries, support customers and depots, coordinate stakeholders, and keep the business informed
What you need to succeed at GXO
* Thrives under pressure, bringing energy, commitment, and flexibility to keep transport operations performing smoothly in fast-paced, changeable environments
* Lead and motivate with confidence, building strong, self-managing teams that consistently deliver high performance
* Communicate with impact, influencing at all levels through clear, persuasive conversations and data-led decision-making—internally and with customers
* Stay operationally sharp, anticipating issues, planning effectively, and using strong analytical and organizational skills to hit KPIs and financial targets
* Champion safety, quality, and continuous improvement within a transport operation environment
What we offer (Benefits and terms)
Salary up to £42,700 per annum, 23.5 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays). Benefits include a company-sponsored pension scheme, life assurance, and access to an benefits platform with retail discounts.
About GXO and equal opportunity
GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are an armed forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme, actively welcoming applications from people with disabilities.
The statements above describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time. Review GXO’s candidate privacy statement here.
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