Overview
Job Title: Transport Department Manager – Nights
Location: Falkirk CDC
Employment Type: Full time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: Nights
Hours per Week: 40
Salary: Competitive salary plus benefits
Closing Date: 17 June 2026
Responsibilities
* Lead the transport operation within the department, ensuring goods move safely, legally, and on time.
* Achieve departmental KRAs while supporting the wider depot strategy and ensuring every journey runs smoothly.
* Report to the Shift Manager and oversee day-to-day transport activity, including scheduling and vehicle deployment.
* Monitor delivery accuracy and apply established procedures; carry out routine checks to ensure compliance with legal requirements and Asda standards.
What makes a great Transport Department Manager
* Supportive leader: help colleagues succeed, remove blockers, and promote development and accountability.
* Transport process expert: review and improve delivery, scheduling, and vehicle deployment.
* Adaptive problem solver: use sound judgment to maintain service and efficiency in changing situations.
* Organised planner: design schedules, prioritise tasks, and manage workload to hit departmental goals.
* Safety & compliance focused: apply transport legislation, manage risk, and uphold HS&E policies.
* Analytical & thorough: analyse transport data, produce clear reports, and use insight to drive decisions.
* Strong collaborator: work effectively across teams to support wider depot operations.
What you’ll bring
* Experience working with structured transport or logistics procedures.
* Experience supervising colleagues or leading routine operational activity.
* Strong planning skills, including scheduling and prioritising work.
* Understanding of safe systems of work and transport compliance.
* Ability to interpret data, analyse trends, and produce clear reports.
* Strong communication and people support skills.
* Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Benefits
* Colleague discount: 15% off your shopping at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated user
* Discretionary company bonus scheme
* Enhanced electric car scheme
* Free eye test for you and your nominated user
* Discounted rates and special offers on Asda services
* Stream: access to flexible pay, income tracker, financial coaching, exclusive savings account and more
* Company pension
* Wellbeing: 24/7 virtual GP, 24/7 EAP service, free counselling and support services
* Colleague recognition programme
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