Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Greenford London
- Date: 20 hours ago
Description:
Transport First Line Manager
Location - Greenford, West London (UB6)
Temp-to-Perm
Full-Time
£40,000 per yearJob details
Hours 37.5 hours per week
Working pattern 5 days out of 7, including some weekendsShift Times
4:00 AM - 12:00 PM
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
2:00 PM - 10:00 PMKey requirements
Experience managing large teams of 150+ people in logistics or home delivery.
About the role
Lead transport and distribution operations at a premium supermarket logistics hub in Greenford. You will report to the Transport Operations Manager and ensure deliveries run safely, legally and on time.
Main responsibilities
Transport operations - Manage dispatch schedules, driver allocations and delivery windows.
Safety and compliance - Ensure driver hours, tachographs, vehicle checks and transport legislation are followed.
Team management - Lead briefings, manage attendance and absence, and motivate drivers and transport staff.
Customer service - Resolve delivery issues quickly and maintain high service standards.
Performance and KPIs - Monitor driver performance, fuel efficiency and vehicle damage.What you need
At least 2 years of supervisory or team leader experience.
Background in transport, multi-drop delivery, FMCG or high-volume logistics.
Strong people-management and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of driver hours, vehicle safety and transport compliance.
IT skills, including Transport Management Systems (TMS) and spreadsheets.
Flexibility to work rotating shifts and weekends.Benefits
£40,000 annual salary.
Weekly pay during the temporary phase.
Opportunity to secure a permanent contract.
Career progression within a leading retail supply chain.To apply call Rob on (phone number removed) or apply with an up to date CV