Transport Shift Manager - Beeston (Nottingham)
Requisition Id:
Business Unit: XPOE Transport
Location: Beeston, GB, NG90 6BH
Logistics done differently
We’re currently recruiting for a Transport Shift Manager on the Day Shift for our site in Beeston (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 schedule, 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. You will support the Transport Manager and the contract in developing the site and company procedures, ensuring customer service levels remain high and site teams are managed effectively. You will also be 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. Manage a team of drivers across various shifts.
2. Oversee the transport operation.
3. Engage in daily interaction with the management team for our customer.
4. Support the planning of the weekly workload and organize staff shifts to ensure all runs are covered in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
5. Oversee the execution of the daily plan for all deliveries and collections, keeping the customer updated.
6. Ensure all processes and procedures are followed and that we operate in a safe and efficient environment.
7. Conduct timely and accurate investigations into safety incidents.
8. Provide leadership and guidance for the team and report accurate KPIs internally and to the customer.
What you need to succeed at XPO:
1. Essential: Exposure to working in a fast-paced environment – no two days will be the same and we need you to think on your feet.
2. Essential: Experience in a Transport Shift Management position – managing drivers and office staff.
3. Essential: Support and encourage a good team working spirit and ensure that all stakeholders work effectively and communicate frequently to achieve business objectives.
4. Desirable: Experience in working in Trade Union environments.
5. Desirable: Working knowledge of Transport Legislation / WTD / Drivers hours.
6. Desirable: CPC in National Road Haulage.
Be part of something big.
We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed and empowered. If you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart, and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. If you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please let us know.
XPO is a leading provider of world-class solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
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