Logistics done differently
We’re currently recruiting for a Transport Shift Manager on the Day Shift for our site in Beeston site (near Nottingham), 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 a 4 on 4 off, on the day shift from 6am – 6pm.
Reporting directly to the Transport Manager this role is responsible for managing the transport operation, ensuring customer requirements are met and company policies and procedures are followed. Supporting the Transport Manager and the contract in developing the site and company procedures and ensuring customer service levels remain high and site teams are managed effectively. Responsible for the day-to-day management of the transport team ensuring they are managed in line with company policies and procedures.
Pay, benefits and more:
We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £32,000 per annum. In addition, we offer 20 days holiday, as well as the option to buy additional days, pro rata for 4 on 4 off. 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:
1. Managing a team of drivers across various shifts
2. Manage and oversee the transport operation
3. Daily interaction with the management team for our customer
4. Support the planning of the weekly workload and organising staff shifts to ensure all runs are covered in a cost effective and efficient manner
5. 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
6. Ensure all process and procedures are followed and that we operate in a safe and efficient environment
7. Timely and accurate investigations into Safety incidents
8. Provide leadership and guidance for the team and provide accurate KPIs internally and to the customer
What you need to succeed at XPO:
9. Essential: 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
10. Essential: You must have experience working in a Transport Shift Management position – managing drivers and office staff.
11. Essential: Support and encourage a good team working spirit and ensure that all stakeholders work effectively and communicate frequently to achieve the business objectives
12. Desirable: Experience in working in Trade Union environments
13. Desirable: Have a working knowledge of Transport Legislation / WTD / Drivers hours
14. Desirable: CPC in National road Haulage