Transport Supervisor in Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire

Transport Supervisor
Newark, Nottinghamshire
Permanent
£35,000 - £40,000 per year (depending on experience)
Job Ref: 1DHIRE

Looking for a role where you can lead a team, make a real impact and keep operations running smoothly?

We're looking for a Transport Supervisor to join a busy hatchery operation in Newark. This is a great opportunity for someone with transport and driver management experience who enjoys supporting people, solving problems and helping a team perform at its best.

You'll lead a team of drivers, support day-to-day transport operations and play an important part in keeping everything safe, compliant and running efficiently. If you're someone who likes taking ownership, building strong working relationships and leading from the front, this could be the role for you.

Pay and Shift Details
- £35,000 - £40,000 per year DOE
- Monday to Friday
- Typically 07:30am - 4:00pm
- Additional flexibility may be required during busy periods
- Occasional Hatchery LGV driving duties required, typically on a Sunday

Why People Like Working Here

You'll be joining an established operation where teamwork, reliability and animal welfare are taken seriously. This is a varied role that combines people management with transport operations, giving you the opportunity to influence standards, support your team and help drive continuous improvement.

No two days are exactly the same, and you'll have the autonomy to make decisions while working closely with both drivers and operational teams.

What You'll Be Doing

- Leading, supporting and developing a team of drivers
- Helping drivers stay compliant with transport legislation and company procedures
- Planning efficient and cost-effective transport routes
- Monitoring vehicle maintenance and helping minimise downtime
- Supporting driver welfare, recruitment and performance conversations
- Working closely with the wider operation to keep transport activities running smoothly
- Stepping in as a driver when operationally required
- Completing Hatchery LGV Driver duties on an ad-hoc basis to support operational needs

What We're Looking For

You'll fit right in if you:

- Enjoy leading and supporting people
- Have a good understanding of transport compliance and driver hours regulations
- Take a proactive approach to safety and operational standards
- Stay organised and manage competing priorities effectively
- Communicate confidently with drivers and colleagues across the business
- Enjoy finding practical solutions to day-to-day challenges

Desirable Qualifications

- Category C+E Driving Licence
- CPC Transport Manager qualification
- City & Guilds Welfare of Animals During Transport Certificate

What's In It For You?

- Salary of £35,000 - £40,000 per year DOE
- Permanent position
- Uniform provided
- PPE provided
- Opportunity to lead and develop a driver team
- Varied role combining transport operations and people management
- Chance to join a well-established and supportive operation

At Staffline, we believe good work is about feeling supported, valued and trusted to make a difference. That's why we work with employers who invest in their people and create opportunities to build long-term careers.

Important Information
- This role is based in Newark, Nottinghamshire.
- Flexibility is required to support operational requirements when needed.
- Driving duties will form part of the role on an ad-hoc basis.

About Staffline

Staffline is the UK's largest recruitment solutions partner, enabling over 35,000 people into good work every week. We operate at more than 420 customer sites across England, Scotland and Wales.

As one of the most established recruitment agencies in Nottingham with operations across the UK, we specialise in connecting businesses with temporary and permanent jobs across warehouse & logistics, food and drink, aviation, driving, technical & engineering, manufacturing & automotive and security.
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