Transport Supervisor

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Your Role

Kuehne + Nagel are seeking to appoint a Road Transport Shift Supervisor to work within a small but dedicated team at MoD Bicester. The key responsibilities will be to ensure the transport department operates in a safe, compliant and efficient manner, fully compliant with all legislation. Controlling the Fleet Servicing, MOT, Vehicle Breakdowns, and vehicle records in compliance with the O Licence Conditions, tasking drivers and assets to meet delivery schedules, and delivering a first-class service to our customer within budget. The post will be responsible for the compliant movement of ADR products, Classes 1 to 9 including 7x accepted packages and Non-ADR goods as required.

Your Responsibilities

• Work a three-shift pattern: Early, Lates, and Night shifts.
• Control transport resources at MOD Bicester.
• Supervise drivers under your line management.
• Supervise up to 26 employees and 30 assets at MoD Bicester.
• Ensure compliance with company and legislative requirements.
• Promote a culture of improvement and team effectiveness to foster team spirit and morale.
• Maintain effective communication with colleagues, supervisors, managers, and external customers to ensure service levels are met.
• Provide daily, weekly, and monthly reports as required by management.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of daily data for internal and external customers.
• Support the Transport manager in continuous improvement projects and tactical efficiency enhancements.
• Report and investigate accidents/incidents within specified timelines.
• Assist the transport manager with compliance regarding Operator Licence, H&S, driver hours, and tachograph regulations, including WTD.

Your Skills and Experiences

• Full UK Drivers Licence and LGV C+E (not essential).
• Proven transport knowledge and experience, with working knowledge of transport legislation.
• Experience with the TruTac system, maintaining vehicle records.
• Proven record in fleet compliance, including maintenance, MOTs, servicing, and breakdowns.
• Flexible leadership style capable of motivating staff.
• Numerate with good attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proven people management skills and experience.

Good Reasons to Join

Enjoy competitive pay rates, superb training, and a positive working environment. We value and respect our employees and offer opportunities for growth and development. Benefits include:

• 26 days holidays plus bank holidays
• 2 volunteering days per year
• Life Assurance options with the KN Route2 pension scheme
• Personal development and training programs
• Empowerment to deliver your best
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts on high street stores and supermarkets
• Refer a friend scheme

As a proud holder of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer recognizing the skills and value service leavers bring.