Transport Supervisors

Location

Duncrue Street, Belfast (2 posts) & Garvagh (1 post). Due to the nature of the role, you may be required to work at other depots within the group and attend customer premises as needed.

Working Hours & Details

Full time (minimum 40 hours, Monday to Friday with various shift patterns available). Permanent.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary + Benefits.

Job Overview

We are seeking motivated and ambitious individuals to join our Transport team as a Transport Supervisor through a structured development programme running over a period of 2 years. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills and previous supervisory experience who is ready to step into a fast paced, hands on environment and is looking to build a long term career in transport and logistics.

Development Programme

As part of this role, you will:

• Participate in a structured development programme over a defined period of 2 years
• Complete relevant transport, logistics, health & safety and leadership courses to support your learning
• Receive mentoring and on the job coaching from experienced transport professionals
• Gradually take on increased responsibility as competencies are achieved
• A willingness and commitment to complete required training and development courses is essential

About the Role

• Assisting with the coordination of HGV fleet activities to ensure timely and efficient collections, deliveries and waste transfers
• Lead and supervise HGV Drivers, Helpers and Transport Office Staff to ensure high performance and service quality
• Supervise daily transport operations, including routing, scheduling and driver allocation
• Monitor fleet activity, ensuring all journeys are completed safely, legally and on time
• Oversee vehicle compliance, including maintenance schedules and defect reporting
• People related activities, including absence management and monitoring, conducting return to work meetings, managing disciplinary and grievance processes in line with company policy, supporting performance management, coaching and development
• Ensure adherence to transport legislation, company policies and health & safety standards
• Build strong communication with both internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues promptly and professionally
• Maintain accurate records and prepare operational / KPI reports as required
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and service delivery
• Must be flexible in undertaking the duties and responsibilities attached to your role
• Has a genuine interest in transport and logistics
• Is willing to study for and complete relevant courses as part of the development programme
• Minimum of 1 year's previous supervisory experience within transport, logistics or a similar operational environment
• Good knowledge of transport operations and compliance requirements
• Excellent communication, leadership and problem solving skills
• Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
• Flexible approach to working hours to support operational effectiveness
• IT literate (Microsoft Office) and willingness to learn transport systems
• Full UK Driving Licence (travel between depots will be required)
• Proficient in using transport or fleet management systems

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & performance bonus
• Opportunities for personal growth and development
• Eligible for company sick pay and DIS benefit after one year's continuous service
• Eligible for private healthcare scheme and cash health benefit upon successful completion of probation
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Company pension scheme

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this position, you should complete the Company application form and return by email to before 5.00pm on Thursday 21st May 2026. In the event of a large number of applications we reserve the right to enhance our selection criteria at the short listing stage.