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Transport Shift Manager - Nights

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ 35,500 - 36,500 / Annum
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Widnes, Cheshire

Expire in: 2 days

Job Description

Transport Shift Manager - Nights (Widnes)

Shift pattern: 4 on / 4 off - 19:00 to 07:00
 Salary: Up to £35,500 per annum
 We're looking for a proactive and safety-focused Transport Shift Manager to join our night shift team in Widnes. You'll play a key role in keeping this busy transport operation running smoothly, ensuring drivers are dispatched safely and on time while maintaining exceptional service standards.

What you'll be doing:

* Support the Operations Manager to ensure full compliance with all legal and safety requirements, acting as deputy when needed
 * Execute the nightly plan for deliveries and collections, managing resources effectively and communicating with customers on any issues
 * Maintain a safe, organised and efficient working environment, ensuring all processes are followed
 * Lead and manage the Transport Office, Shunters, and Night Shift drivers
 * Ensure all staff are trained, competent, and working in line with company procedures
 * Dispatch drivers within their allocated times to meet contractual SLAs
 * Minimise damages across the operation
 * Coordinate with breakdown services when vehicle or trailer issues arise
 * Manage emails, driver dispatch, and complete a comprehensive nightly handover

What we're looking for:

* Experience working in a fast-paced, high-pressure operational environment
 * Previous experience supervising and developing teams within a transport setting
 * Strong understanding of transport compliance, including driver hours regulations
 * Confident using IT systems for emails, dispatch tasks, and reporting
 * Team-building and people management skills
 * Ability to think quickly, solve problems, and keep the operation running smoothly
 * Experience working with C+E drivers (desirable)

Interested? Please apply now

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