Transport Shift Manager (Nights)

Commutable from Hatfield, Harlow, Stevenage and Biggleswade and Luton

59182AM

c£40,000 + Benefits

An excellent opportunity to join a leading manufacturer who are seeking a Transport Shift Manager to plan and manage a team of drivers to achieve daily work load. The role will involve working 4 on 4 off on a permanent night shift

To achieve all relevant KPI’s by ensuring that all shift team members are focussed on them and organised for their delivery
To promote, and act as a role model for, the Company Values and brand image
To lead, motivate and engage the shift team
Setting clear goals, targets and expectations of performance for all Drivers/Administrators
Communicating and listening effectively, including use of driver debrief sessions, as appropriate
To ensure shift compliance with all Company policies and procedures and all aspects of transport law, including the Road Transport Directive, the Working Time Directive, Drivers’ Hours Regulations and Company Standard Operating Procedures

To optimise labour utilisation, making best use of the Company scheduling systems and labour flexibility
To focus on the recruitment, training and development of Drivers and Administrators who reflect the Company’s Values and who possess the necessary knowledge, skills, attitudes and qualifications

The ideal candidate will have FMCG transport management experience together with excellent people management skills. The successful candidate will be CPC qualified.