Job Description
At Lineage, helping to feed the world is more than a job – it’s a purpose we live every day. Lineage is the world’s largest and most innovative provider of temperature-controlled logistics solutions.
Our Heywood facility is currently seeking a Transport Shift Manager on Nights to oversee and manage the efficient operation of the transport department during assigned shifts.
Reporting directly to the Transport Manager, this role involves ensuring that all transportation activities are completed on time, safely, and in accordance with company standards and regulations.
The Transport Shift Manager will supervise a team of drivers and staff on nights, managing vehicle schedules, and optimizing the transport process to meet service level agreements and customer expectations.
Shift Pattern: Sunday – Thursday 21:30-06:00 (flexibility is essential)
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead transport teams during shifts, ensuring smooth operations, monitoring driver performance, and handling any issues like delays or breakdowns.
* Ensure all transport activities meet legal requirements and safety standards, perform regular vehicle checks, and address any accidents or non-compliance.
* Motivate and train drivers and staff, conduct performance reviews, and foster a positive, high-performing team environment.
* Plan efficient delivery routes, optimize vehicle usage, and work with the Transport Manager to improve logistics.
* Act as a point of contact for transportation concerns, ensure on-time deliveries, and manage customer queries.
* Monitor performance, maintain accurate records, and provide regular updates to management.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Previous experience in transport or logistics management, with supervisory experience preferred.
* Strong leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
* Understanding of transport laws and safety standards, familiarity with fleet management and route planning systems.
* Valid driving license and Transport CPC Manager qualification.
* Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, and oversee fleet management tasks.
What's in it for me?
* A permanent opportunity with a direct employer; we will not employ you through an agency.
* Opportunity to develop a career within an industry-leading global company.
* Free onsite car park.
* Support your emotional well-being with access to a 24/7 employee assistance phone line offering confidential free counselling and advice.
* Refer new employees and get generous financial reward through our referral scheme.
Why Lineage?
Aside from a competitive salary and benefits, you will gain so much from being part of a global company that is expanding quickly across Europe.
At Lineage, we have a shared purpose; we are transforming the food supply chain to eliminate waste and help feed the world. This means working at Lineage is not just a job – it’s an opportunity to innovate and put your mark on how food moves from the farm to dinner tables around the world. As a member of our team, you will be a critical link in the food supply chain.
Our shared purpose drives everything we do in all parts of our organisation, from the warehouse floor to the office. Our team members are passionate about the impact they make every single day.
We are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from persons regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. At Lineage, we also recognise that Ex-Military, veterans, and military families have great experience with transferable skills and core values that can add significant value to our organisation.
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