Phoenix Talent Network is supporting a successful and growing logistics business with the appointment of a Night Transport Operations Manager.
This is a senior operational role within a high-volume, multi-shed logistics operation, with responsibility for leading the night operation and ensuring the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, freight and people.
The Role
- Lead and develop the night operations team
- Take overall responsibility for operational performance overnight
- Manage HGV movements, yard activity and vehicle flow
- Oversee inbound, outbound, loading and cross-dock operations
- Allocate labour, resources and MHE effectively
- Maintain high standards of H&S, compliance and operational discipline
- Monitor KPIs, productivity and service performance
- Identify and implement operational improvements
- Work closely with day management to ensure a seamless handover
- Make confident operational decisions independently overnight
Experience Required
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience across:
- Night-time logistics operations
- HGV, trailer and vehicle movements
- Yard/hub /depot operations
- Cross-dock and trunking environments
- People leadership and resource planning
- H&S and compliance
Relevant job titles may include:
- Night Depot Manager
- Depot Operations Manager
- Night Operations Manager
- Hub Operations Manager
- Night Transport Manager
- Transport Operations Manager
- Night Distribution Manager
- Distribution Operations Manager
- Night Shift Manager
- Night Shift Operations Manager
- Night Logistics Manager
- Logistics Operations Manager
- Night Terminal Manager
- Terminal Operations Manager
- Night Site Manager
- Site Operations Manager
- Senior Operations Manager
- Network Operations Manager
This is a proven-operator appointment. We are looking for someone who has already managed a complex night operation and can take ownership from day one.
Package
- Monday-Friday
- 45 hours per week
- West Midlands
- Senior operational responsibility
- Genuine development opportunity within a growing organisation
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Night Depot Manager in Birmingham employer: Phoenix Talent Network
Join an international logistics and transport business that prioritises health and safety as a core value. With a commitment to fostering a proactive safety culture, this company offers competitive salaries, robust employee growth opportunities, and a collaborative work environment where your expertise will directly influence operational standards across multiple sites in the UK. Here, you will not only lead the health and safety agenda but also be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your professional development.
