Transport Shift Supervisor

Slough Permanent View Job Description
A leading 3PL business in Slough is seeking a Transport Shift Supervisor to oversee daily transport operations, ensuring efficient route planning, compliance, and exceptional service delivery. The role offers the opportunity to lead a team in a fast-paced logistics environment with strong prospects for career growth and development.
  • Previous management experience within a transport enviroment required
  • 4 on 4 off Days & Nights rotation

About Our Client

Our client is a market-leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider with a strong reputation for service excellence, innovation, and reliability. Operating from a modern distribution facility in the Slough area, they partner with a diverse customer base across FMCG, retail, and e-commerce sectors, delivering outstanding end-to-end logistics solutions.

As the business continues to grow, they are seeking a Transport Shift Supervisor to join their dynamic team, supporting the day-to-day running of the transport operation across multiple shifts.

Job Description

Reporting into the Transport Manager, the Transport Shift Supervisor will play a key role in ensuring the smooth, compliant, and efficient running of the transport operation. You will be responsible for leading a team of drivers and transport staff to deliver exceptional customer service while maintaining the highest safety and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead, motivate, and manage drivers and transport coordinators on shift.
  • Plan and allocate routes efficiently to meet customer delivery schedules.
  • Ensure full compliance with Drivers' Hours, Working Time Directive, and Road Transport regulations.
  • Monitor vehicle performance, maintenance, and utilisation.
  • Work closely with the warehouse and customer service teams to maintain service levels.
  • Manage shift handovers, reporting, and performance KPIs.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence.
  • Handle any transport-related incidents or issues swiftly and effectively.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal Transport Shift Supervisor candidate will have a strong transport operations background within a 3PL, haulage, or distribution environment, along with a proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced setting.

You will have:

  • Previous experience as a Transport Shift Supervisor / Transport Team Leader / Transport Controller.
  • Strong working knowledge of transport legislation and compliance.
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and make sound operational decisions.
  • Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern (including weekends).

What's on Offer

On offer for the successful candidate:

  • Competitive salary up to £38,000 (including shift allowance).
  • Career development opportunities within a growing, well-established logistics provider.
  • Supportive and collaborative working culture.
  • Excellent benefits package.



Shift Pattern:

  • 4 on 4 off
  • Days & Nights rotation
  • Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain
Contact
Ben Dunmore
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6919752
Phone number
+442072692133

Job summary

Job function
Logistics
Subsector
Transport Management
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
Slough
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Dunmore
Consultant phone
+442072692133
Job reference
JN-012026-6919752