This position oversees the efficient, compliant, cost‑effective operation of transport at the Preston Brook site, supporting customer B&Q, reporting to the CDC Manager.
Responsibilities
* Lead day‑to‑day transport operation, managing safety, service, cost, and people performance against agreed KPIs.
* Motivate, develop and manage the Operations Team, including recruitment, training, performance reviews, absence and conduct matters.
* Plan and organise driver and vehicle rotas to meet daily and weekly targets using scheduling and planning systems.
* Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, O‑Licence requirements, Road Traffic Act and company tachograph policies.
* Deliver a high‑quality, first‑class service to customers, building confidence through operational knowledge and effective communication.
* Manage operational budgets, vehicle checks, hygiene programmes, returns processes and system reporting (Microlise and CRM).
* Drive continuous improvement, positive site culture, environmental initiatives and cross‑site/department collaboration.
Qualifications
* Proven experience working in an operations environment, including transport and/or warehouse operations, with strong transport compliance knowledge.
* Demonstrated people management and leadership experience, ideally within a unionised environment.
* Experience using computerised planning, scheduling and driver management systems (e.g. Microlise / FTA systems) and a solid understanding of driver targets.
* Strong IT skills, including effective use of MS Word and Excel, along with excellent communication and problem‑solving abilities.
* Flexible approach to work, with the ability to work shifts including weekends to support a Tuesday‑Saturday operation, and a proven commitment to personal development and growth.
Shift Details
* Full‑time, permanent position, working 48 hours, any 5 from 7 and a rotating shift of 06:00 to 16:00 and 09:00 to 19:00.
Compensation & Benefits
* Salary up to £33,000 per annum.
* 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
* Company‑sponsored pension scheme, life assurance and access to benefits platform, including retail discounts.
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, and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.
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