Operations Supervisor - Hucknall, United Kingdom - First Fence

First Fence

Verified Company

Hucknall, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Welcome to First Fence - where security meets innovation

As industry pioneers in Security and Temporary Fencing, we're all about unbeatable service and competitive prices. Our dedicated team goes above and beyond to exceed customer expectations.

Why First Fence?

Sameday delivery across the UK
Six strategic locations, including our National Distribution Centre
Extraordinary growth since 2010

- Industry innovators setting new standards

Ready for an exciting journey in a thriving company? Join First Fence, where we're not just securing spaces; we're securing the future.

#FirstFence #SecurityInnovation #JoinOurTeam

Position:

Reporting to the Depot Manager, the post holder will play a key role in the success of the National Distribution Centre.

Working in a fast-paced complex environment, the post holder will supervise a team of yard operatives & fettlers and assist with managing a team of drivers, ensuring all workload and deadlines are achieved consistently.

Occasional days away may be required to attend meetings and further training at our Head Office in Swadlincote, South Derbyshire or other depots around the country.

The post holder will ensure company targets are met or exceeded, whilst maintaining the depot to company standards at all times.

This is a hands on role, based in the yard/warehouse, with some office elements. It will be demanding as well as rewarding and will therefore require flexibility, drive and initiative.

Please note this is a physically demanding role that requires you to be on your feet most of the day and will include manual handling of heavy products throughout the day.

Requirements:

Duties and Responsibilities

Devise and implement robust processes in line with depot needs and in conjunction with the Depot Manager
Evaluate performance and quality and to plan improvements
Supervising unloading and quality checking of deliveries.
Supervising loading of customer, supplier & company vehicles.
Quality checking all products, fettled or unfettled to ensure they are suitable for either direct delivery to customers or to PPC.
Allocate and manage colleague resources according to changing of the business needs
Delegate and supervise daily tasks and be accountable for any issues
Use of IT systems to manage stock levels, delivery times and transport costs
Use of associated information to coordinate and control the order cycle
Liaising with the Head Office to ensure sufficient stock levels are maintained.
Stock rotation
Stock taking
Manage and develop colleagues
Manage colleague training
Carry out HR processes
Ensuring your warehouse/yard is tidy at all times
Ensuring a safe working environment is maintained.
Implement H&S procedures
Maintain efficiencies
Manage damage to property, vehicles, products
Ensuring daily FLT checks are being completed and defects reported.
Continually try to improve and develop business performance within the constraints of legislation, fuel costs and rising environmental pressures
Customer services

Skills, Qualification, Experience and Competencies
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FLT License essential:

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Driving License essential (Max 6 Points):

CPC card/Class 1/Class 2 License advantageous:
Good time management skills
Ability to solve problems, make decisions, and offer creative solutions
Commercial awareness and numeracy skills
Ability to manage changes
Sound organisational and planning skills with a handson approach
Able to be flexible and multitask
Experience and understanding of managing HR issues and e.g., performance, return to work meetings, etc
Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Packages
Excellent care and attention to detail
Able to remain calm in a fast paced, highpressured environment.
Selfmotivated, with the ability to demonstrate initiative and work independently.
Good communication skills
Able to motivate a team to achieve targets, lead a team to success, as well as working as part of a team.
Good interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to plan, organise and prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
Enthusiastic, reliable with a positive attitude.
SAP experience would be advantageous
Willingness to learn and adapt
Planning vehicle/driver routes
Solving any driver/delivery issues
Monitoring driver routes and checking they are completing their Detracks correctly
Ensuring daily vehicle checks are being completed and defects reported.
Daily driver debriefs
This list is not exhaustive

Other information:

Salary:
£14.50 per hour

Hours:45 hours per week between between the hours of 6am - 8pm. Monday to Friday.

Location:
Hucknall, Nottinghamshire, NG15 7LL

Join Us for a Career Beyond Ordinary

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