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We are excited to announce that we have a fantastic LGV Shift Supervisor position available at LGV Erith. Are you a Delivery Driver, Warehouse Operative, or LGV Driver?
If you've answered yes to both of these questions and are eager to advance your career, the LGV Shift Supervisor position might be the perfect fit for you!
About the role :
To support the management of the LGV operation in an efficient and professional manner ensuring all targets are met without loss in performance to the business, across a variety of shift patterns within the department management structure. To monitor, oversee and organise shift operations, including fleet, facilities and people management.
To effectively communicate at both group and one-to-one level to all LGV drivers, shunters and banksmen, internal departments and outside service providers.
To work with the management team, taking a lead in representing the brand, inspiring and motivating the site team and engaging with them whilst at all times demonstrating the company culture and values.
To proactively support the management of the LGV drivers and LGV operation and ensure we are compliant with all of our obligations to the Traffic Commissioner.
To effectively support the LGV team ensuring all runs are completed in a timely manner, enabling the business as a whole to exceed the customer's expectations.
Undertake to support meetings following company disciplinary and grievance processes, enforcing site rules and ensure safe working practices are undertaken at all times.
To provide cover for the LGV Team Manager during breaks on a day to day basis, as well as providing sickness and holiday cover where necessary.
This role involves working on a rotating schedule, including weekends, with an average of 42 hours per week. The schedule follows a 4-on-4-off pattern, where shifts alternate between day and night.
You will be :
The LGV Shift Supervisor is responsible for supporting the management of personnel by company policies and procedures. Being at the forefront of people management on our site will involve dealing with employee issues professionally, providing feedback when necessary, and ensuring that all team members receive the required training.
In this role effective shift and fleet management will contribute to the seamless operation of our fleet by ensuring efficient load dispatch, monitoring vehicle defects, arranging servicing and inspections, administering Fleetboard reports, overseeing trailer tranships, tracking missing mileages, and managing breakdowns and recoveries.
Safety is paramount in our operations, and the LGV Shift Supervisor will play a key role in maintaining a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Minimum :
Good numerical skills, able to read & understand numerical data. Ability to set and work within a target / KPI driven framework.
Strong communication skills - verbal and written with the ability to interact positively at all levels.
PC literate (Excel, Google Operating Systems), Microsoft user basic level.
Management or supervisory experience, particularly in managing large groups.
Self-motivation, ambition, and confidence.
Adaptability and ability to work under pressure.
Current UK Driving Licence.
Experience of being on an Operators License.
If you are a detail-oriented individual with strong leadership skills, experience in LGV operations, and a commitment to safety, we encourage you to apply for this challenging and rewarding position.
Closing date : Midnight August 30th 2024 - Due to the fast paced nature of our business, this vacancy may close sooner.
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