Transport Supervisor

Key Requirements:

  • Experience supervising drivers in a transport or logistics environment
  • Good working knowledge of UK & EU drivers’ hours, WTD and O-Licence compliance (training can be provided)
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to stay calm under pressure
  • Confident communicator, able to brief/de-brief drivers and liaise with other teams
  • Familiarity with telematics, transport systems and vehicle compliance processes
  • A proactive problem solver with a focus on safety, service and efficiency
  • Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook
  • A valid driving licence essential (minimal Class 2 required).

Main Responsibilities:

  • Monitor fleet activity, ensuring ETAs are met, departments are updated and drivers’ hours/breaks are compliant
  • Monitoring standards of driving through telematics and addressing training needs where required
  • Support Customer Services in handling internal and external queries quickly and professionally
  • Network management and support, from configuration through to problem diagnosis.
  • Conduct toolbox talks and ensure strong communication across teams
  • Ensure vehicle maintenance schedules are followed and any issues are promptly addressed
  • Cover driver holidays/absence where required.
  • Work with the Transport Manager to recruit and induct new drivers.
  • Ensure all accidents are reported and forms filled in on time.

Compensation:

  • Competitive
  • Life Insurance
  • Company pension scheme and range of benefits
Employee Benefits

Location:

  • Based: Paisley
  • Covers: Sites Across Central Scotland

Closing Date:

  • TBC
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Full Details

 

Hillhouse Group is a family-owned business operating throughout Scotland. The company is a major supplier of aggregates, asphalt, readymix concrete, concrete products and road surfacing and civil engineering services to the construction industry and civil engineering sectors.

Job Summary

We are seeking a professional and competent Transport Supervisor to work at our Paisley Depot. Reporting to the Transport Manager in overseeing our transport operation. The role involves supervising a fleet comprising of HGV’s. LGV’s and Company vans/cars. You’ll play a vital role in keeping our fleet compliant, efficient and safe, while supporting the ongoing development of both people and processes within the depots.
Responsibilities

  • Monitor fleet activity, ensuring ETAs are met, departments are updated and drivers’ hours/breaks are compliant
  • Monitoring standards of driving through telematics and addressing training needs where required
  • Support Customer Services in handling internal and external queries quickly and professionally
  • Conduct toolbox talks and ensure strong communication across teams
  • Ensure vehicle maintenance schedules are followed and any issues are promptly addressed
  • Cover driver holidays/absence where required.
  • Work with the Transport Manager to recruit and induct new drivers.
  • Ensure all accidents are reported and forms filled in on time.

Requirements

  • Experience supervising drivers in a transport or logistics environment
  • Good working knowledge of UK & EU drivers’ hours, WTD and O-Licence compliance (training can be provided)
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to stay calm under pressure
  • Confident communicator, able to brief/de-brief drivers and liaise with other teams
  • Familiarity with telematics, transport systems and vehicle compliance processes
  • A proactive problem solver with a focus on safety, service and efficiency
  • Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook
  • A valid driving licence essential (minimal Class 2 required).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • On-site parking

Work Location: In person