Transport First Line Manager

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Pay Rate: £32,511.97
Grade: O
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Rotational any 5 from 7 10:30 - 19:00 1 weekend working 1 weekend off
Location: Bridgwater, TA6 4AT

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Transport First Line Manager to join our transport team

In this pivotal role, you will lead our dynamic team to achieve excellence and drive success throughout our transport network. Join us and be a key player in shaping the future of logistics!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• To effectively organise all resource for the delivery of the customers product
• Meet customer requirements and operational KPI's and SLA's
• To ensure legal transport compliance in line with DHL's earned recognition
• Analise performance and drive continuous improvement
• Manage attendance and complete Drivers 1-2-1's

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Experience of working in a similar role - Transport
• People Management
• Have excellent Organisational and problem-solving skills
• Aren't afraid to roll their sleeves up and get stuck in when needed
• Good IT skills - Microsoft packages - Tachomaster - Microlise

WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• 23 days + BH annual leave with the option to buy additional days
• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 18th May 2026. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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