Transport Shift Manager

Pay Rate: £34,000

Grade: L

Contract Type:
Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns:
Monday to Thursday, 8am to 4pm & Friday 8am to 2pm

Location:

Gwent, CF82

Think you know DHL? Think again! DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Transport Shift Manager to take the helm of our daily transport operations!

In this pivotal role, you will lead our dynamic team to achieve excellence and drive success throughout our transport network. Join us and be a key player in shaping the future of logistics!

• Act as nominated Transport Shift Manager on the Standard National & International Operator's Licence and keep to all licence undertakings
• Ensure legal compliance across the whole fleet: drivers' hours, Working Time Directive, tachograph rules and driver licence checks
• Keep all DHL transport systems up to date and accurate:
  Key2, Microlise, Tachomaster, Fuel ICE
• Plan training and development for all drivers, including Driver CPC (DQC) hours and refresher training
• Investigate all road traffic incidents, vehicle damage and near misses, and put corrective actions in place

• Previous Transport Management Experience
• Can lead from the front, winning hearts and minds and providing coaching and mentorship
• Hold an International CPC Qualification (essential)
• Have excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• Aren't afraid to roll their sleeves up and get stuck in when needed

• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
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We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries.

Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 26/10/2026. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date.

To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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