Transport Shift Leader

13 hours ago

Slough, United Kingdom Pertemps Heathrow Full time

Transport Shift Leader Location: Slough, Berkshire
Salary: £38,000 + variable cost-of-living bonus (£1,500 p.a. currently)
Additional Pay: Overtime available
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off rotating days and nights
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting To: Transport Office & Transport Manager
I am recruiting on behalf of my client for a Transport Shift Leader to join their established transport operation based in Slough. This role plays a key part in ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient running of the transport department while overseeing a mixed team of employed, agency, and subcontract LGV drivers.
Key Responsibilities
* Work a 4 on / 4 off rotating shift pattern covering days and nights.
* Provide supervisory leadership to a team of LGV drivers (employed, agency, and subcontract).
* Ensure full compliance with:
* Company policies, particularly Health & Safety
* Operator’s Licence requirements
* Transport legislation including Drivers’ Hours, Working Time Directive (WTD), and AWD regulations
* Allocate transport resources efficiently to meet operational requirements.
* Think quickly and delegate effectively during fluctuations in workload.
* Maintain strong working relationships with other internal departments.
* Deliver and promote high standards of customer service.
* Identify non-conformances, complete investigations, and report findings appropriately.
* Support cost-effective operations through fuel management and best driving practices.
* Use Outlook, Excel, and internal systems confidently to complete administrative tasks.
* Carry out reasonable ad-hoc duties as required to support the transport operation.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven leadership skills within a transport or logistics environment.
* Strong customer service and communication abilities.
* Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with other departments.
* Effective resource allocation and workforce planning skills.
* Ability to remain calm, make decisions, and delegate under pressure.
* Ability to identify and manage non-conformance issues.
* Strong understanding of cost-effective transport operations.
* Computer literate (especially Outlook & Excel).
Preferred but Not Essential
* Experience in factory clearance operations.
* Experience in temperature-controlled distribution.
* LGV C+E licence, valid Digital Tachograph Card, and Driver CPC.
* Training can be supported through a government-funded apprenticeship scheme

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