Transport Supervisor - £17.00ph - Bristol

We are currently recruiting for a Transport Supervisor, to join our clients busy and evolving Transport Team, working for a leading logistics company.

Days of Work: Monday to Friday

Hours of Work: 05.00 - 13.00 - 40hrs per week

Hourly pay rate £ 17.00

Location: Portbury, Bristol

As a Transport Supervisor you will be responsible for leading and managing a team of drivers and porters to ensure the transport operation is run efficiently and effectively as well as providing exceptional customer service and support to colleagues and clients in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

What you will you be doing

Provide leadership, direction, and support to the transport team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Manage the company's fleet of vehicles, including maintenance, repair, and inspection schedules.

Ensure that customer service standards are met or exceeded by the transport team.

Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards governing transport operations, including driver hours, vehicle safety inspections.

Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics related to transport operations, such as OTIF, fuel efficiency, and driver performance. Identify potential risks, hazards, and vulnerabilities in operational processes and implement risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.

Resolve operational issues, challenges, and conflicts in a timely and effective manner.

Set performance expectations and standards for the team and hold team members accountable for meeting goals and targets.

Foster open communication and collaboration within the team and across departments.

To apply for this role, you will need:

Proven experience in transport management, with a track record of successfully leading teams and driving operational excellence. 

Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, and develop teams to achieve goals and deliver results. 

Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation. 

Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and build relationships with diverse stakeholders. 

Knowledge of industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and quality management systems relevant to operations management. 

Your own transport to get to the site on time

If you are interested in this role and have the skills and experience, please apply online ore call Nigel Morton on 0117 929 9449

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