Hills Waste Solutions – Transport Supervisor
Location: Bristol
Salary: £36,819.46 per annum
Hours: 40 hours
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Role Overview
We are looking for a Transport Supervisor to join our team in Bristol. This full‑time, permanent role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
What the role involves
As our Transport Supervisor, you’ll be a key figure ensuring the efficient operation of our transport fleet. You will work with drivers, coordinators and depot staff to plan routes, manage compliance, and support business performance.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure full compliance with transport, environmental and safety regulations, including tachograph management, defect reporting and adherence to company policies.
* Collaborate with Transport Coordinators to plan and optimise daily vehicle routes, maximizing efficiency, minimizing downtime and ensuring timely completion of collections and deliveries.
* Work with the Assistant Depot Manager to monitor driver performance and productivity, addressing underperformance through coaching and continuous improvement, and completing investigations related to vehicle accidents and staff conduct.
* Oversee operational standards across vehicles, sites and equipment, ensuring cleanliness, organisation and availability of resources such as waste containers.
* Support business performance by maintaining accurate documentation, managing credit control and identifying opportunities to improve processes and cost efficiency.
What we are looking for
* Proven experience in transport, logistics or fleet operations, ideally in a supervisory or team leadership role.
* Excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and optimise vehicle routing.
* Strong customer service skills with the ability to manage queries, resolve issues and maintain positive client relationships.
* High attention to detail, particularly with documentation, reporting and compliance standards.
* Clear communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to liaise across drivers, customers and internal teams.
* IT proficiency, including transport systems, scheduling tools and standard office software.
Benefits
* Healthcare Cash Plan – dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions and free 24/7 remote GP for you and your family.
* Award‑Winning Online Wellbeing Hub – expert resources to support your mental, physical and financial wellbeing.
* 24/7 Support – confidential employee assistance programme helpline and up to 6 free counselling sessions each year.
* Family‑Friendly Benefits – enhanced maternity and paternity policies, plus life assurance for peace of mind.
* Generous Holiday Allowance – 21 days (rising to 28) with flexibility to buy or sell days via a self‑service mobile app.
* Good attendance credits – earned credits can be traded for additional holiday days.
* Cycle‑to‑Work Scheme – save money, stay fit, go green.
* Exclusive Discounts – savings on shopping, dining, gyms, travel and entertainment.
* Career Development – ongoing training and development through the “Learning For All” platform.
* Paid volunteering days – up to 2 per year for causes you care about.
* Refer‑a‑Friend Bonus – cash rewards for successful referrals.
Equal Opportunities
Hills is committed to providing an equitable workplace for all. We aim to ensure our workplaces are free from discrimination, and that our current and future colleagues are treated fairly and with dignity and respect. We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme, and you will have the option to apply under this scheme if you wish.
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