Job Opportunity – Transport Department Manager (12-15 Months Maternity Cover)
Industrial Temps is recruiting on behalf of Wincanton Dedicated Grocery for an experienced and motivated Transport Department Manager to join their busy operation in Larne.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the day-to-day management of a fast-paced transport operation. You'll be responsible for leading the transport team, ensuring operational efficiency, achieving KPIs, and delivering an exceptional service to stores and customers.
Salary: £31,000 – £34,000 per annum
Job Type: Full Time, Temporary 12 - 15 Months Maternity Cover
Working Hours: Rotating Shifts day and late shifts between 6:00am and 8:00pm
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage the daily transport operation and team performance.
• Make effective decisions in a fast-moving, ever-changing environment.
• Brief and debrief drivers at the start and end of shifts.
• Monitor operational performance and ensure KPI targets are achieved.
• Drive continuous improvement across transport processes and procedures.
• Promote a positive health & safety culture and ensure compliance.
• Support, coach and motivate colleagues through effective leadership.
• Manage absence, performance reviews, investigations, disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Ensure compliance with drivers' hours regulations, Working Time Directive, and Operator Licence requirements.
• Maintain transport systems and utilise relevant IT software.
• Deliver a first-class service across the store network.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for a confident, organised leader with excellent people management skills and a passion for delivering operational excellence.
Essential / Desirable Skills & Experience
• Previous management experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience within a logistics or manufacturing environment.
• CPC qualification.
• Good understanding of Drivers' Hours Regulations and the Working Time Directive.
• Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good geographical knowledge of Northern Ireland.
• Experience managing absence, performance, disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Competent IT skills and ability to learn new systems.
• GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Flexible, reliable and able to perform well under pressure.
Full training will be provided for the successful candidate.
If you're an experienced transport professional looking for your next leadership opportunity with a leading logistics operation, we'd love to hear from you.
Additional Information:
This Transport Department Manager position is based in Larne, Northern Ireland.
If you are interested in this role, please forward your CV to Danielle.Tweed@industrialtemps.com.
If you are calling regarding this position, please contact our Ballymena office on 028 2542 0140between working hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm and ask for Danielle.
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