Transport Supervisor

Transport Supervisor - Night Shifts
Location: Widnes
Shifts: Nightshifts 4 on 4 off
Contract: Temp to perm
Pay Rate: -30,350pa

Do you like the idea of assisting the transport function on a key contract for one of the biggest, fastest-growing names in logistics?
Are you ready for your next challenge?
We''re looking for full-time, Transport Supervisor to join us at our site in Widnes - this role is temp to perm for the ideal candidate.

Working on a 4 on 4 off Night shift, you''ll be responsible for supporting the Transport Manager in the overall running of a safe, efficient, and cost-effective transport operation.

What you''ll do on a typical day:

• Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will ensure full adherence to all policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Complied with HR protocols, including disciplinary procedures, absence management, return-to-work processes, and the Code of Business Ethics.
• Built and maintained effective working relationships across all departments within the company
• Utilised company systems to complete all depot and contract administration tasks in accordance with site and corporate requirements.
• Generated and submitted reports as required, covering Finance, KPIs, Claims, and Health & Safety metrics.
• Monitored and managed resource levels to meet both customer expectations and operational demands.
• Liaised with external haulage providers and recruitment agencies to support operational needs.
• Supported delivery planning and data entry, ensuring all customer delivery documentation was accurate and complete.
• Maintained proactive communication with the customer, resolving queries efficiently and professionally.
• Took ownership of shift operations, addressing and resolving any operational issues as they arose.
• Collaborated with the Vehicle Maintenance Unit (VMU) and third-party vendors to ensure full fleet compliance and regular servicing.
• Ensured vehicles were removed from service as required for maintenance or Vehicle Off Road (VOR) status.
• Investigated vehicle incidents and escalated findings to senior management in line with company policy.
• Carry out driver brief and de-brief as well as data entry of statistics as required.

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• It''s important you have a proven track record as a Transport Supervisor or Transport Manager within a fast-paced distribution role.
• At least 2 years'' experience of progressively more responsible jobs within Operations or Planning
• Proven experience within transport sector (ideally dealing with HGV''s)
• A good understanding of compliance and driver hours
• Must have experience with Tachomaster, Microlise and other R2C systems.
• Transport management CPC would be beneficial but not essential.
• Computer literate as well as excellent attention to detail
• The ability to lead, motivate and inspire your team with a real drive for optimisation and continuous improvement

As a Manpower employee your benefits will be:

• 28 days paid holiday accrued weekly across the year.
• Weekly Pay
• Access to Manpower Rewards (Discounts on adventure days)
• Access to the My Path upskilling programme
• Possible permanent opportunities for the right candidate

Moving into the permanent role above, the benefits will then be:

• 4 on 4 off shift pattern throughout the year
• 20 days holiday
• High street discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Workplace pension
• Many other perks

Apply now and a member of our team will be in touch!