Transport Supervisor

Job Title: Transport Supervisor
Location: Manchester
Remuneration: £36-£38k per annum
Shifts: Day Shift and Night Shift available (4 on, 4 off)

Ignition Driver Recruitment are looking for a reliable, experienced Transport Supervisor to join our clients team in Manchester. 

This is an exciting opportunity for someone to join our client, who is an End to End Temperature Controlled Transport and     Warehousing Solutions provider across the UK. 

Essential: 
To be considered for this role, you will have previous experience working within a supervisory capacity in Transport/Logistics. You must have previous experience in a high-volume transport and warehouse environment. 

Transport Supervisor - What You'll Do

Manage and supervise a team of HGV drivers and transport staff
Ensure all deliveries and collections are completed safely and on time
Monitor driver hours, tachograph compliance, and Working Time Directive adherence
Oversee route planning efficiency and fleet utilisation
Conduct driver briefings and debriefs
Handle transport issues including delays, breakdowns and customer queries
Maintain compliance with Road Traffic Act, DVSA and transport legislation
Complete KPI reporting and shift performance analysis
Support the Transport Manager with operational performance and cost controlThis is a really varied role, and it requires someone who can think on their feet, and problem solve quickly. 

About you - what you need:

Your driver CPC (desirable)
Previous experience working within Transport, Warehousing and Logistics
You will have demonstrable shift manager/team leader experience
You will need to have PC skills and be able to use Microsoft Office as well as industry related software (Kronos, Oracle etc)
You must have up-to-date knowledge of drivers hours and the WTD
A solid understanding of transport compliance and fleet operationsYou must be a UK resident to be considered for this opportunity. We are unable to assist with VISA applications and cannot assist with relocation.

If you are a strong leader, and you are able to implement and manage change, as well as planning and using resources in a cost effective manner, this role would suit. 

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