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About The Role
A Transport Supervisor is sought in Cheltenham for a permanent, full-time on-site position paying between £35,000 and £45,000 annually, dependent upon experience. Reporting to senior management, the post-holder takes ownership of daily transport operations, coordinating vehicle movements and ensuring deliveries and collections run safely, efficiently, and within legal compliance. Duties include managing drivers and subcontractors, upholding fleet standards, and pursuing continuous improvements.
Applicants should demonstrate proven supervisory experience within logistics or distribution, sound knowledge of transport legislation and compliance, strong organisational and communication abilities, and competence in planning schedules and resolving operational issues. This role suits a transport professional ready to assume greater responsibility.
Transport Supervisor Required in Cheltenham
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 (dependent on experience), Hours: Full-time, on-site, Contract: Permanent Opportunity.
Pertemps are recruiting for an experienced Transport Supervisor to join a growing business in Cheltenham. This is an excellent opportunity for a transport professional looking to take ownership of daily transport operations, ensuring deliveries and collections are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with all legal and compliance requirements. Working closely with senior management, you will be responsible for coordinating vehicle movements, managing drivers and subcontractors, maintaining fleet compliance, and driving continuous improvements across transport operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high service standards while supporting the ongoing development of the transport function.
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Key Duties
- Overseeing the daily scheduling and routing of vehicles to maximise efficiency.
- Managing and monitoring employed drivers and subcontracted transport providers.
- Ensuring compliance with transport legislation, company policies, and health & safety requirements.
- Coordinating deliveries and collections to meet operational requirements.
- Liaising with customers and resolving transport-related issues.
- Managing vehicle servicing, maintenance, and repairs.
- Maintaining transport records, driver documentation, and performance reports.
- Monitoring KPIs and implementing operational improvements where required.
- Producing reports on fleet utilisation, transport performance, and costs.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience within a Transport Supervisor, Transport Planner, or Logistics Supervisor role.
- Strong understanding of transport compliance, fleet operations, and route planning.
- Experience managing drivers and transport teams.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Experience using transport management systems and Microsoft Office packages.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- HGV, CPC, or Transport Manager CPC qualifications would be advantageous.
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Working Hours
- Full-time, on-site position.
- Hours to be confirmed.
Pay & Benefits
- £30,000 - £45,000 basic salary depending on experience.
- Permanent, full-time position.
- Career development and progression opportunities.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Company pension scheme.
- Holiday entitlement.
- Free on-site parking.
- Additional company benefits available.
How to Apply
Visit Pertemps Gloucester, Unit 4A, Elmbridge Court, Cheltenham Road East, Gloucester, GL3 1JZ (Mon–Fri, 08:00–17:00) or call 01452 507500 to find out more.
Don't miss this opportunity to join a growing business offering long-term stability, career progression, and the chance to play a key role in the day-to-day success of its transport operation. Apply today.
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