Transport Department Manager Nights

Overview

Job Title:

Transport Department Manager – Nights

Location:

Falkirk CDC

Employment Type:

Full time, Permanent
Shift Pattern:
Nights
Hours per Week: 40
Salary:
Competitive salary plus benefits
Closing Date: 17 June 2026

• Lead the transport operation within the department, ensuring goods move safely, legally, and on time.
• Achieve departmental KRAs while supporting the wider depot strategy and ensuring every journey runs smoothly.
• Report to the Shift Manager and oversee day-to-day transport activity, including scheduling and vehicle deployment.
• Monitor delivery accuracy and apply established procedures; carry out routine checks to ensure compliance with legal requirements and Asda standards.

• Supportive leader: help colleagues succeed, remove blockers, and promote development and accountability.
• Transport process expert: review and improve delivery, scheduling, and vehicle deployment.
• Adaptive problem solver: use sound judgment to maintain service and efficiency in changing situations.
• Organised planner: design schedules, prioritise tasks, and manage workload to hit departmental goals.
• Safety & compliance focused: apply transport legislation, manage risk, and uphold HS&E policies.
• Analytical & thorough: analyse transport data, produce clear reports, and use insight to drive decisions.
• Strong collaborator: work effectively across teams to support wider depot operations.

• Experience working with structured transport or logistics procedures.
• Experience supervising colleagues or leading routine operational activity.
• Strong planning skills, including scheduling and prioritising work.
• Understanding of safe systems of work and transport compliance.
• Ability to interpret data, analyse trends, and produce clear reports.
• Strong communication and people support skills.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

• Colleague discount: 15% off your shopping at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated user
• Discretionary company bonus scheme
• Enhanced electric car scheme
• Free eye test for you and your nominated user
• Discounted rates and special offers on Asda services
• Stream: access to flexible pay, income tracker, financial coaching, exclusive savings account and more
• Company pension
• Wellbeing: 24/7 virtual GP, 24/7 EAP service, free counselling and support services
• Colleague recognition programme