Transport Supervisor - Leicester, United Kingdom - Topps Tiles

Topps Tiles
Topps Tiles
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Leicester, United Kingdom

1 month ago

Tom O´Connor

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We currently have an opportunity within out transport team working as a late shift supervisor


Reporting to the Transport manager you will provide support to the transport team and oversee daily operational activities and could involve the daily route planning of the vehicles, ensuring statutory compliance of vehicle maintenance, drivers working timeand tachographs, liaising with stores, other departments, and drivers on delivery issues.


The Role:

  • Engage and supervise Drivers
  • Complete robust briefing/debriefing process with Drivers
  • Ensure the distribution fleet is well maintained at all times & legally compliant
  • Ensure Drivers are managed to work within the Drivers hours and working time regulations
  • Be the main point of contact for Transport related issues on the night shift
  • Supervise the yard shunter where required
  • Count loads and enter weight and volume information to create load manifests
  • Collaborate with the warehouse team to make the loading of vehicles as smooth as possible
  • Planning of delivery routes for the following day
  • Other Transport related tasks

The Person:

  • Previous Transport supervisor / admin experience
  • Good understanding of road transport and Driver's hours legislation
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel to an intermediate standard
  • A strong team player
  • Confident to challenge and push back when necessary
  • Excellent time management, planning and organisational skill
  • Experience of route planning advantageous
Working hours are Monday - Friday 2pm - 10pm.
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