The Courier Company is a specialist Dangerous Goods carrier based in Milton Keynes that has been going for over 30 years. We pride ourselves in the service we provide to our clients
We currently have a vacancy for a Senior Supervisor to join our growing but close-knit team to proactively supervise a team of drivers, effectively allocate workload and take overall responsibility for the day-to-day functions of the team. This will include acting as the main point of contact for the driver team, regularly monitoring vehicle movements using GPS tracking and ensuring all relevant dangerous goods and transport documents and prepared and completed in line with our policies.
The expected working hours are 8:00-17:00 Monday to Friday.
Yes, we care about the service we provide and our clients, but we also care about our employees ensuring they are supported.
What does the role entail?
· Serve as the main contact for the driver team, escalating key issues when needed
· Plan delivery schedules and handle all required paperwork
· Track vehicle movements via GPS
· Collaborate with management ensure adherence to legal and operational standards
· Provide excellent customer service
· Provide quotes for domestic and international shipments
· Lead and manage the driver team
The ideal candidate will have:
· Hands-on experience in transport management (or similar role)
· Strong background in transport supervision, control tower, or logistics ops
· Proven people management skills, including accurate record-keeping and employee relations
· Strong organisational skills and able to effectively multitask
· Clear and confident communication skills
· Solid experience in logistics operations
· Ability to work well under pressure
· Proficient in MS Office
· Experience with dangerous goods, ADR, and radioactive materials
We offer a competitive salary and benefits. Full training will be given where required in the specialist areas of our business.
Applicants must have a fully checkable work history as we implement a 5-year background check in line with CAA security.
Did we say we care about the environment too? Want to find out more, then contact us for a chat over a coffee or tea, we can tell you more about how you can be part of a growing company
No Agencies please
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Schedule:
* 40 hours per week, 08:00-17:00 Monday to Friday.
Application question(s):
* For DBS checking are you able to provide five years' work history?
Experience:
* Experience in a supervisory role required.
* Experience in a transport related role desirable.
Licence/Certification:
* Driving license desirable.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £35,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Do you live within 30 minutes of Bletchley?
* Are you able to prove five years working history for DBS checking?
Licence/Certification:
* Do you have a full driving licence? (preferred)
Work Location: In person