Transport Supervisor

Transport Supervisor £34,000 per annum + Package Bristol

Are you an organised and proactive transport professional looking for your next challenge within a fast-paced distribution environment?

We are recruiting for a Transport Supervisor to join a growing operation in Bristol, supporting the day-to-day management of a busy multi-drop transport function. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong transport compliance knowledge and people management experience who enjoys leading from the front and driving operational standards.

The Role

Working closely with the Transport Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring fleet operations run efficiently, safely, and in line with all UK transport legislation and operator licence requirements.

You'll be responsible for supervising drivers, supporting transport administration, maintaining compliance standards, and helping to deliver excellent customer service levels across the operation.

Key responsibilities include

Supervising and supporting a team of drivers within a busy multi-drop environment

Monitoring driver performance, telematics and tachograph compliance

Conducting driver debriefs and addressing areas for improvement

Ensuring all vehicle maintenance, inspections and defect reporting are completed correctly

Liaising with external service providers regarding fleet maintenance and repairs

Supporting transport compliance in line with DVSA and operator licence requirements

Assisting with investigations, return-to-work meetings and performance management where required

Managing transport administration including records, documentation and purchase orders

Promoting a positive health & safety culture across the operation

Ensuring operational procedures and service standards are consistently maintained

About You

The successful candidate will have previous experience within transport, logistics or fleet operations, ideally within a fast-paced distribution or multi-drop environment.

You will also have

Strong understanding of UK transport legislation and compliance

Experience supervising drivers or transport teams

Knowledge of tachograph regulations, driver hours and fleet maintenance processes

Excellent organisational and communication skills

A hands-on and proactive management style

Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure

Confidence dealing with operational challenges and making decisions independently

What's on Offer

Career development and progression opportunities

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Full-time permanent role based in Bristol

Opportunity to join a well-established and growing business within the distribution sector

If you're an energetic and motivated transport professional looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

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