Logistics Supervisor

Murphy is recruiting for a Logistics Supervisor to work with Murphy Plant at Hemel HempsteadMurphy Plant is committed to delivering a plant hire service that is simple, safe, efficient and reliable.We manage and maintain more than £100 million worth of innovative, best in-class plant, transport and specialist equipment and our work spans multiple sectors. Our inventory includes over 15,000 assets, ranging from small tools to piling rigs, alongside our award-winning vehicle fleet which includes one of the UK’s most comprehensive collection of crawler cranes. Our broad range of equipment also includes specialist assets for ground engineering, pipeline testing, tunnelling, rail and more.A day in the life of a Murphy Logistics SupervisorEnsure that drivers comply with drivers’ hours and tachograph rules and with speed limits.The making of arrangements to ensure that the vehicles are maintained properly, including the inspection of vehicles at the appropriate time and the action taken to remedy defects found.The reporting and recording of vehicle defects by drivers.Ensure the accuracy of all records, which must be kept for a period of not less than 15 months.Implement controls to ensure that the vehicle/s are not overloaded.Ensuring that authorised vehicles will be kept at the authorised operating centre(s) when not in use.Control all Human Capital activity in relation to HGV drivers in region in line with Group HC processes.Ensure compliance with ADR RegulationsMonitor the DVSA Operator Compliance Risk Score (OCRS) systemInvestigate all road-side checks by DVSAUtilise the company vehicle tracker system for the control of HGV Drivers.Attend FTA Transport Manager Seminars annually to keep up to date with changes to transport legislation.Consider commercial efficiencies within the region to increase profitability.Improve customer experience ensuring that JMS are recognised as the Murphy Plant client and are serviced in line with best practice customer service.Plan the development of HGV drivers through periodic driver CPC training.Ensure reporting of Health & Safety incidents in line with Group expectations.Still interested, does this sound like you?Must have previous logistics experience, technical experience with transportPossess extensive knowledge of transport regulationsExperience within a construction/engineering or similar background would be beneficialLiterate and Numerate with proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other office applications.Be able to handle emergencies and adjust team priorities and work schedules as needed.Experience of managing people and developing talent.What’s in it for you?27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of serviceDiscretionary annual bonus and annual salary reviewAbove market rate contributory pension schemeLife assurance, health screening and enhanced sick payEnhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonusExtra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonusSubsidised canteen facilities in core locationsDedicated and continued investment in your professional developmentOther Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etcAbout MurphyMurphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Gold Investors In People accredited along with reported operating profit up 57% on prior year. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages. With a forward order book of £5.4bn and £23m Invested in environmentally friendly plant in 2024 there really is #MoretoMurphyMurphy is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK. #J-18808-Ljbffr