Transport Supervisor

Logistics done differently

We’re currently recruiting for a Transport Supervisor for our site in East Leake (near Leicester), for our contract with British Gypsum, we’re looking for someone to lead our busy operation, ensuring the daily transport plan is executed safely, legally and on time. You’ll work Monday to Friday on rotating shifts and take responsibility for 50 tractor units and 250 trailers across sites.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £30,000 per annum. In addition, we offer 25 days holiday, as well as the option to buy additional days.  You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts as well as a cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Managing a team of up to 70 drivers across shifts

• Managing a site services team of up to 15 per shift
• Manage and oversee the operation

• Daily interaction with the management team for our customer
• Overseeing the execution of the daily plan for all deliveries and collections, with a keen eye on resource available at site, keeping the customer updated
• Ensure all process and procedures are followed and that we operate in a safe and efficient environment
• Timely and accurate investigations into Safety incidents
• Provide leadership and guidance for the team and provide accurate KPIs internally and to the customer

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• It’s important you have exposure of working in a fast-paced environment – no two days will be the same and we need you to think on your feet
• H&S qualifications will be highly desirable

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