Transport First Line Manager

Transport First Line Manager Location
- Greenford, West London (UB6 ) Temp-to-Perm Full-Time £40,000 per year Job details Hours 37.5 hours per week Working pattern 5 days out of 7, including some weekends Shift Times 4:00 AM - 12:00 PM 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM Key requirements Experience managing large teams of 150 people in logistics or home delivery. About the role Lead transport and distribution operations at a premium supermarket logistics hub in Greenford.

You will report to the Transport Operations Manager and ensure deliveries run safely, legally and on time. Main responsibilities Transport operations
- Manage dispatch schedules, driver allocations and delivery windows. Safety and compliance
- Ensure driver hours, tachographs, vehicle checks and transport legislation are followed. Team management
- Lead briefings, manage attendance and absence, and motivate drivers and transport staff. Customer service
- Resolve delivery issues quickly and maintain high service standards. Performance and KPIs
- Monitor driver performance, fuel efficiency and vehicle damage. What you need At least 2 years of supervisory or team leader experience. Background in transport, multi-drop delivery, FMCG or high-volume logistics. Strong people-management and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of driver hours, vehicle safety and transport compliance. IT skills, including Transport Management Systems (TMS) and spreadsheets. Flexibility to work rotating shifts and weekends.

Benefits £40,000 annual salary. Weekly pay during the temporary phase. Opportunity to secure a permanent contract. Career progression within a leading retail supply chain.

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