Transport Team Leader

Job Overview

As Transport Team Leader based in Northamptonshire, you will oversee daily operations, ensuring service standards and compliance are consistently upheld. This full time, permanent role offers a competitive salary and benefits, with a 40 hour week running Monday to Sunday (07 30). You will lead a team, manage workflows, and step into the regional branch manager role when required.

Salary & Benefits

• Annual salary: £29,000 - £35,000 (dependent on experience)
• Hourly rate: £14.00 - £17.00 (DOE)
• Full time: 40 hours per week (Monday-Sunday rota)
• Typical hours: 07:30 - 16:30 (1 hour lunch break)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (33 days total)
• Overtime paid after 40 hours
• Weekend work on a rotational basis
• Weekly rotas provided in advance

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and supervise operational team members.
• Deliver exceptional customer service at all times.
• Manage daily operations and step in for the Branch Manager when required.
• Ensure full compliance with company procedures, health & safety and legal requirements.
• Maintain high standards of discipline, workmanship and safety.
• Brief and debrief teams effectively, taking corrective actions when needed.
• Liaise directly with customers and resolve issues efficiently.
• Support staff development through coaching and on the job training.
• Complete Move Controller duties when required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Essential
• Valid LGV licence (Category C or C/E)
• Valid Driver CPC
• Strong knowledge of tachograph regulations and Working Time Directive
• Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader role
• Excellent customer service skills
• Good knowledge of UK geography
• Experience within transport, logistics or the moving industry
• Strong leadership, problem solving and decision making ability
• Ability to work independently and take responsibility
• Willingness to work weekends and stay away when required
• Desirable
• GCSE Maths & English (or equivalent)
• Health & Safety / Risk Assessment training
• Supervisory or leadership training
• FLT licence (where applicable)
• Experience with 'O' Licence regulations
• Experience in coaching and developing staff

How to Apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a dynamic, supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.