Transport Team Leader

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Transport Team Leader

Our business is thriving and expanding exponentially, fueled by an undeniable surge in demand for our exceptional products. To accommodate this growth, we are seeking a dedicated, hardworking, and enthusiastic Transport team leader with a team player spirit to manage all transport-related activities and ensure the effective running of the operation, while providing efficient support to the Transport manager.

What will my role look like?

You will play a crucial role in facilitating communication and administrative tasks between operations. This entails establishing effective communication with manufacturing sites and retail partners, ensuring that both transportation and manufacturing departments are promptly informed of any schedule changes or updates regarding collection and delivery times. This will enable us to adjust routes and resource plans, ensuring optimal efficiency and effectiveness.

Role Duties:

• Deal with all drivers-related issues on a day-to-day basis.
• Ensure all transport legislation is always adhered to.
• Comply with company and statutory requirements regarding Operator license, H&S, service quality, drivers’ hours, and tacho regulations, including the working time directive.
• Brief and debrief drivers, report and investigate accidents and incidents.
• Update driver and vehicle information and keep it up to date.
• Support with driving duties when necessary.

Key Skills:

• Class 2 driving license.
• Management and people experience.
• Ability to work across different shifts.
• Excellent performance under pressure.
• Good time management.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Proficient in computer skills with a strong understanding of MS Office Suite and other IT software.

What’s in it for me?

To show our appreciation for your hard work, we offer a range of benefits:

• 25% Staff Discount
• 28 Days Annual Leave (including bank holidays, increasing to 33 days with long service)
• Pension Scheme
• 24/7 access to virtual GP & wellbeing services
• Life Assurance
• Progression & career opportunities
• Recognition rewards
• Discretionary Sickness pay
• Compassionate Leave

Got what it takes?

If you have team leader experience, that is great! If you have experience in hospitality or retail and feel ready to step into a managerial role, we want to hear from you. Apply today to start your fantastic career as our Cooplands Transport Team Leader! To apply, please email your CV with the reference ‘Cooplands Transport Team Leader – Durham – 102848’ .

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