Transport Shift Manager

Harlow Permanent £47,000 - £52,000 per year View Job Description
As Transport Shift Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day transport operation on shift, ensuring timely, compliant, and efficient deliveries while leading a team of drivers and planners. Drive operational performance, resolve issues proactively, and maintain high standards of safety, service, and cost control within a fast-paced distribution environment.
  • Night shift position - 7pm to 7am
  • Strong people management experience and transport experience - essential

About Our Client

A leading and well-established food distribution business is seeking a Transport Shift Manager to join its high-performing logistics operation based in Harlow. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, ensuring efficient and compliant transport operations.

Job Description

Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day transport operation on shift, ensuring deliveries are executed safely, efficiently, and in line with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and lead a team of drivers and transport planners during your shift
  • Ensure all deliveries are completed on time and to the highest service standards
  • Monitor compliance with transport legislation, including driver hours and tachograph regulations
  • Proactively resolve operational issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives
  • Maintain strong communication with warehouse, planning, and customer service teams
  • Oversee vehicle utilisation, route planning, and cost control measures
  • Ensure health & safety standards are adhered to at all times

The Successful Applicant



The Transport Shift Manager will come with the following skill-set:

  • Proven experience in a transport or logistics management role
  • Strong knowledge of UK transport regulations and compliance requirements
  • Experience managing teams within a fast-paced distribution environment
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure
  • Strong communication and leadership capabilities
  • CPC qualification (desirable but not essential)

What's on Offer

On offer:

  • £51,885
  • Bonus
  • Overtime (time and half)
  • Triple pay on bank holiday
  • Company discounts and benefits
  • 21 days holiday



Shift Pattern:

  • 4 on 4 off
  • 7pm to 7am



Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain

Contact
Ben Dunmore
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6997773
Phone number
+442072692133

Job summary

Job function
Logistics
Subsector
Transport Management
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
Harlow
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Dunmore
Consultant phone
+442072692133
Job reference
JN-042026-6997773