Culina Group
Team Leader - EDF
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Company Description
Culina Group is a leading UK 3rd party food & drinks logistics provider offering dedicated and shared user warehousing and distribution solutions.
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 Description
We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented EDF Maintenance & Contract Support Supervisor to join our team. This is a key operational role responsible for ensuring all EDF maintenance administration is processed accurately and on time, whilst managing budgets, costs, vehicle compliance activities, and supporting the delivery of contractual commitments.
The successful candidate will provide support to the Contract Manager and Finance Manager whilst overseeing a team of Vehicle Maintainers and Logistic Schedulers. This role requires strong administrative, financial and people management skills, with a focus on customer service, compliance and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Contract & Administration Management
- Manage and process maintenance paperwork received from contractors associated with the EDF contract.
- Ensure all maintenance documentation is completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
- Maintain vehicle maintenance records and ensure compliance requirements are met.
- Update and maintain internal spreadsheets and monitoring reports.
- Retrieve missing PODs and maintain UnPOD reports in line with company procedures.
- Provide administrative support across multiple contracts when required.
Budget & Cost Control
- Collate, monitor and manage maintenance budgets and associated costs.
- Calculate transportation costs relating to EDF vehicle and equipment movements.
- Obtain quotes for vehicle repairs and strategic spare parts, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
- Monitor expenditure and support financial reporting requirements.
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Operational & Compliance Support
- Ensure vehicle compliance appointments are scheduled and communicated to relevant depot personnel.
- Record, monitor and order consumable stock levels.
- Support the management of subcontractors operating within the contract.
- Ensure customer and internal KPIs are consistently achieved.
- Follow all internal and customer processes and procedures effectively.
Customer & Stakeholder Management
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with EDF, WPS and subcontractors.
- Respond promptly and professionally to customer enquiries.
- Support the Contract Manager and Finance Manager with project work and operational initiatives.
- Provide holiday and absence cover for other operational roles, including Logistic Controller and Contract Manager where appropriate.
Team Leadership
- Lead, support and motivate a team of Vehicle Maintainers and Logistic Schedulers.
- Ensure workloads are effectively managed and operational standards are maintained.
- Travel to remote locations where required to support and manage remote staff.
Qualifications
Essential Skills & Experience
- Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills.
- Experience managing large volumes of paperwork and data.
- Ability to work independently and use initiative.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Good telephone manner and customer service skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
- Strong keyboard and data-entry skills.
- A collaborative, team-focused approach.
Desirable
- Experience within fleet, transport, logistics, maintenance or contract management environments.
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
- Understanding of vehicle compliance and maintenance processes.
- Experience managing budgets and costs.
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Additional Information
As part of our drive to make 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 24 days + 8 Bank Holidays
- Pension scheme – we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirements so we offer a great contribution of 4% employee and 4% 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!
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