First Line Manager Transport

<div><div><div><div> <div> <div> <p><strong>Pay Rate: </strong>£31,480.00 (plus £3,015.00 shift premium annually)<br><strong>Grade: </strong>RCS. N<strong><br>Location: </strong>DHL JD Wetherspoons, Daventry (NN11 8NF)<strong><br>Shift patterns: </strong>4 on 4 off. Rotational shifts (Days and Nights - 06:00-18:00 and 18:00-06:00)<br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent (Full-Time)</p> <p>Ready to steer the wheels of fun at JD Wetherspoon in Daventry? We're on the hunt for a First Line Manager in the Transport sector! Dive into the action, lead a fantastic team, and keep our operations rolling smoothly. If you love logistics and want to make a difference in a lively environment, come join us for a journey of excitement and growth!</p> <p><strong>✅</strong><strong>WHAT YOU'LL DO?</strong></p> <ul> <li>To support the Senior Transport Management team in meeting the KPI's of the Transport Operations based from the NDC and outbases and to ensure that deliveries are executed to the Customer at agreed Service Levels</li> <li>Monitor and resolve driver and vehicle compliance discrepancies with Tachomaster/Mircrolise</li> <li>Input on the team members performance reviews, development and/or succession planning as appropriate</li> <li>To analyse routes with a negative effect on the SLA to understand the reasons why and to put corrective action to prevent trends continuing with a specific route or driver</li> <li>Ensuring compliance with company and local statutory obligations regarding working time legislation, operator licensing, Health & Safety and quality, ensuring knowledge of current legislation is kept up to date</li> <li>Effective communication processes are maintained for both external/internal customers</li> <li>To provide administrative support to the Transport Outbase Manager and Transport Depot Manager when required</li> <li>Planning the use of subcontractors and recruitment agencies</li> </ul> <p><strong>✅</strong><strong>WHAT YOU'LL BRING?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Previous experience of working within a Line Management position is essential</li> <li>Previous experience of working within a Transport operation is essential</li> <li>Experience of working in a multi temperate environment</li> <li>Experience of using WMS/Tachomaster/Microlise </li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Strong organisational skills, together with the ability to work efficiently and accurately in a demanding environment</li> <li>Good IT skills including all Microsoft Office packages</li> </ul> <p><strong>✅</strong><strong>WHY JOIN US?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Free on-site parking</li> <li>25 days annual leave</li> <li>Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution</li> <li>Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations</li> <li>Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts</li> <li>Visit <a href="https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain">https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain</a> to learn more</li> </ul> <p><strong>✅</strong><strong>WHO WE ARE?</strong></p> <p>​We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.</p> <p><strong>✅</strong><strong>BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE?</strong></p> <p>At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.</p> <p>As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.</p> <p>Please be aware that first stage interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place from W/C 5th January 2026. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible. </p> <p>#UKIDSCTM</p> </div> </div> </div></div></div></div>