Transport Shift Leader Location: Slough, Berkshire
Salary: £38,000 + variable cost-of-living bonus (£1,500 p.a. currently)
Additional Pay: Overtime available
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off rotating days and nights
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting To: Transport Office & Transport Manager
I am recruiting on behalf of my client for a Transport Shift Leader to join their established transport operation based in Slough. This role plays a key part in ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient running of the transport department while overseeing a mixed team of employed, agency, and subcontract LGV drivers.
Key Responsibilities
Work a 4 on / 4 off rotating shift pattern covering days and nights.
Provide supervisory leadership to a team of LGV drivers (employed, agency, and subcontract).
Ensure full compliance with:
Company policies, particularly Health & Safety
Operator’s Licence requirements
Transport legislation including Drivers’ Hours, Working Time Directive (WTD), and AWD regulations
Allocate transport resources efficiently to meet operational requirements.
Think quickly and delegate effectively during fluctuations in workload.
Maintain strong working relationships with other internal departments.
Deliver and promote high standards of customer service.
Identify non-conformances, complete investigations, and report findings appropriately.
Support cost-effective operations through fuel management and best driving practices.
Use Outlook, Excel, and internal systems confidently to complete administrative tasks.
Carry out reasonable ad-hoc duties as required to support the transport operation.Essential Skills & Experience
Proven leadership skills within a transport or logistics environment.
Strong customer service and communication abilities.
Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with other departments.
Effective resource allocation and workforce planning skills.
Ability to remain calm, make decisions, and delegate under pressure.
Ability to identify and manage non-conformance issues.
Strong understanding of cost-effective transport operations.
Computer literate (especially Outlook & Excel).Preferred but Not Essential
Experience in factory clearance operations.
Experience in temperature-controlled distribution.
LGV C+E licence, valid Digital Tachograph Card, and Driver CPC.
Training can be supported through a government-funded apprenticeship scheme