Stobart (Part of the Culina Group) is a leading ambient transport and logistics business, providing services to many of the UK’s best known brands across core consumer and retail sectors.
At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!
Job DescriptionWe have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Supervisor to join our friendly Operations team in Doncaster. Managing the day-to-day operation of our consumer site, you will be supporting the Operational Management of the depot in maintaining and managing the assets, resources and facilities to maximise both cost efficiencies.
Working hours: Monday - Friday, 6:00-16:00
Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum
Key Duties of an Operations Supervisor:
- Actively demonstrating leadership qualities in the day to day running of shifts encouraging and coaching all staff
- Maintaining internal databases and where applicable, following up all defects with the Fleet Department
- Administering the vehicle and trailer maintenance program
- Completing all depot daily checks during shift and recording on the central system, (including trailers, returns, re-books, pallets)
- Direct contact with driver’s on daily performance and improvement actions
- Providing information and supporting the Operation’s Manager to enable the planning and management of depot payroll
- Ensuring all personnel files are up to date incorporating license validation, personal details and completed training
- Co-ordinating the recruitment and training of employees
- Assisting in accident investigation and follow up
- Completing daily risk assessments of the yard and office
- Identifying and informing the Operations Manager of any maintenance and repair issues in the site
- Providing information to the Senior Operation’s Supervisor & Transport Manager so that weekly KPI reports can be completed
- As an Operations Supervisor you will demonstrate a successful track record of leading and motivating a diverse team to achieve common goals.
- We are looking for a supervisor with excellent communication skills, energetic leadership style and strong problem-solving abilities.
- Previous experience working within a similar transport related role is essential, and you will have a good working knowledge of EU Hours, Working Time Directives and Tachograph legislation preferably with CPC National Qualification.
- PC literate, with knowledge of Excel spreadsheets
- Ability to work on their own initiative
- Willingness to resolve issues
- 1 years’ experience in transport operations
As part of our drive to make Stobart (Part of the Culina Group) a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.
Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.
Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:
- Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement of 28 days inclusive of bank holidays
- Pension scheme – we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirements so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 3% employer
- Life Assurance - x2 your annual salary
- Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year
- Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses
- Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
- Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!
If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!
Skills Required
- At least 1 year of experience in transport operations
- Previous experience in a similar transport-related role
- Successful track record leading and motivating a diverse team
- Excellent communication skills
- Energetic leadership style
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Knowledge of EU drivers’ hours, Working Time Directives, and tachograph legislation
- CPC National Qualification
- Computer literacy and knowledge of Excel spreadsheets
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
- Willingness to resolve issues
What We Do
Culina Group is a market leading provider of high quality logistics services for food and drink companies in the UK and Ireland. We serve a sizeable portfolio of customers - ranging from niche operators to major multinational companies - across our vast depot network, comprised of over 100 strategically located sites. We work with over 22,000 fantastic people at peak and specialise in the development and implementation of total supply chain solutions for ambient and chilled brand manufacturers and distributors. We are totally customer focused and always seek to add real value to our clients, providing a holistic solution to meet the challenges faced by manufacturers and the changing demands of the retail sector.
