Dispatch Team Leader
Tallington PE9 | Full-Time | Permanent | 2pm – 10pm Shift
PLEASE NOTE - this job is based just outside of Peterborough and public transport is not connected. You will need your own transport.
Are you an experienced warehouse or yard professional looking to take the next step into a leadership role? Do you have a current FLT licence and enjoy leading by example in a fast‑paced environment?
Our client, a leading international manufacturing business, is looking to recruit a Dispatch Working Team Leader to join their busy operation in Tallington. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established organisation that invests in its people and offers long‑term career development.
The Role
Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of the dispatch yard. You'll lead a small team while remaining hands‑on, ensuring customer orders are picked, loaded and dispatched accurately, safely and on time.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and motivate the dispatch and yard team to achieve daily operational targets.
- Ensure all activities are carried out safely and in line with Health & Safety procedures.
- Oversee accurate picking, stock control and efficient vehicle loading.
- Manage goods‑in processes during your shift.
- Allocate workloads and ensure accurate job bookings.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and efficiency.
- Coach, train and support team members to maximise performance.
- Maintain accurate stock and training records.
- Work closely with production and planning teams to meet customer delivery deadlines.
- Assist with stock counts and year‑end inventory.
- Provide cover for other shift leaders when required.
What We're Looking For
To be successful in this role, you'll ideally have:
- A valid, up‑to‑date Forklift Truck (FLT) licence.
- Previous experience within a warehouse, dispatch or yard environment.
- Experience loading and unloading HGV vehicles.
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience, or the confidence to step into a leadership role.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- A proactive approach with a strong commitment to health and safety.
What's on Offer
- Permanent full‑time opportunity.
- Monday to Friday, 2pm–10pm shift.
- Career progression with a successful global manufacturing business.
- Supportive working environment with ongoing training and development.
- The opportunity to lead a motivated team within a growing operation.
If you're a hands‑on team leader who enjoys improving processes, developing people and delivering excellent operational performance, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact us for more information.
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