Transport Supervisor (Temporary 3-6 Month Contract)

Transport Supervisor (Temporary 3-6 Month Contract)

Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £36,000 per annum (pro rata)
Pay Rate: £17.30ph
Hours: 40 hours per week
Start Date: Beginning of August
Contract: Temporary (3-6 months)
Shift: Monday - Friday. 0600 - 1400

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Transport Supervisor to join a leading logistics operation in Milton Keynes on a temporary basis for approximately 3-6 months.

The Role
As Transport Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing daily transport operations, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, company procedures, and customer service standards. You will play a key role in leading drivers, promoting a culture of safety, and ensuring operational excellence across the transport function.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all vehicles and drivers remain fully compliant with regulatory requirements and company processes.
• Maintain compliance with MHRA regulations and company SOPs to protect product integrity and cold chain requirements.
• Support the Transport Manager in driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Champion health and safety throughout the operation, promoting a zero-accident culture.
• Lead by example, demonstrating strong leadership and commitment to safety standards.
• Manage driver performance to ensure customer service expectations are consistently achieved.
• Deliver operational targets, including on-time delivery and first-time delivery success rates.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers, protecting and enhancing the company brand.
• Encourage open communication and engagement with drivers through regular face-to-face interaction.
• Ensure drivers are effectively debriefed daily, with issues addressed promptly and feedback communicated.
• Maintain high standards of integrity, professionalism, and adherence to company policies.
• Monitor and manage holidays, absence, and policy compliance.
• Support commercial growth initiatives and contribute to wider business objectives.
• Work collaboratively with transport teams across the business to drive a strong team culture.
• Lead and support projects that contribute to the company's strategic goals.
  
  

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience within a transport supervisory or management role.
• Strong knowledge of transport operations and compliance requirements.
• Flexible approach with willingness to work additional hours when required.
• Excellent planning and prioritisation skills.
• Confident, enthusiastic, and personable communicator.
• Ability to make sound decisions and work effectively under pressure.
• Proven experience motivating and managing teams.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to handle challenging situations professionally and effectively.
• Honest, open, and collaborative approach to leadership.
• Positive leadership style with the ability to inspire and develop others.
• Good IT skills and PC literacy.
• Strong administrative and organisational abilities.

To apply, please submit your CV today to or apply online.

Early applications are encouraged as interviews will be taking place shortly.