Transport First Line Manager

Transport First Line Manager

Location - Greenford, West London (UB6)

Temp-to-Perm

Full-Time

£40,000 per yearJob details

Hours 37.5 hours per week

Working pattern 5 days out of 7, including some weekendsShift Times

4:00 AM - 12:00 PM

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

2:00 PM - 10:00 PMKey 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.To apply call Rob on (phone number removed) or apply with an up to date CV