Job Vacancy: Distribution Supervisor
Location: Avonmouth
Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum
Working Hours: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate
About the Role
Are you an experienced logistics professional looking for a hands-on leadership role? A leading distribution company based in Avonmouth is seeking a proactive and organised Distribution Supervisor to join our team.
In this role, you will be the driving force behind our daily warehouse and transport operations, managing a dedicated team of warehouse staff and HGV drivers to ensure our high-quality timber products are stored safely and delivered to our customers on time.
Key Responsibilities
As our Distribution Supervisor, your day-to-day will involve:
Team Leadership: Supervising, motivating, and managing daily tasks for warehouse operatives and HGV Class 1 & 2 drivers.
Operational Oversight: Coordinating the daily dispatch and delivery schedules, ensuring vehicles are loaded safely, accurately, and on time.
Health & Safety: Maintaining a strict culture of health and safety across the yard, warehouse, and transport operations, ensuring full compliance with PPE, manual handling, and vehicle safety checks.
Inventory & Yard Management: Overseeing the receiving, storing, and picking of timber stock, maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient yard.
Compliance: Ensuring HGV drivers adhere to driver hours, tachograph regulations, and transport compliance legislation.
Problem Solving: Handling day-to-day logistical challenges, route adjustments, and customer service queries professionally.
What We Are Looking For
To be successful in this role, you should have:
Proven Experience: At least 2+ years of experience in a supervisory or team leader role within a distribution, warehousing, or yard environment (experience in building materials is a major plus).
Transport Knowledge: A strong understanding of HGV logistics, route planning, and driver compliance/hours regulations.
Strong Leadership Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead, delegate, and gain the respect of a busy operational team.
Safety-First Mindset: Up-to-date knowledge of Health & Safety legislation.
Qualifications (Desirable): A valid forklift license (Counterbalance/Reach) or a transport manager CPC is highly advantageous but not essential.
Benefits & Shift Pattern
Salary: Up to £32,000 per year
Hours: stable, daytime shift of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday (No weekend work!)
Immediate Start: If you are successful, we are ready for you to start straight away.
Company pension scheme.
On-site parking.
How to Apply
If you are a reliable, hands-on supervisor ready to take charge of a busy distribution hub in Avonmouth, we want to hear from you!
To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience.
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Distribution Supervisor in Somerset employer: Kingston Barnes Industrial
As a Goods-In Supervisor at our Avonmouth location, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in warehouse operations. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through training and development opportunities, alongside competitive pay and benefits. Our commitment to safety and efficiency ensures that you will thrive in a fast-paced environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.
Contact Details:
Kingston Barnes Industrial Recruitment Team
