Robert Walters is delighted to be recruiting for a Transport Shift Manager on behalf of our client, a leading player in the FMCG logistics sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment, managing the daily operations of a busy transport function.

Transport Shift Manager
Location: Haverhill, Suffolk
Salary: £41,100.80 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Shifts: 4 on 4 off (Days – 07:00 to 19:00)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Overview:
Robert Walters is delighted to be recruiting for a Transport Shift Manager on behalf of our client, a leading player in the FMCG logistics sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment, managing the daily operations of a busy transport function.

The Role:
You’ll be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of goods across multiple retail clients, overseeing a large fleet and team including drivers, shunters, and transport office staff. Key duties include:

Leading, motivating, and supporting your shift team

Managing delivery performance, driver compliance, and legal standards (WTD, Drivers’ Hours, vehicle safety)

Ensuring high levels of communication between teams and departments

Handling HR processes including absence, disciplinary, investigations, and team development

Supporting continuous improvement, safety awareness, and fleet compliance

The Operation:

Fleet: c. 40 vehicles and 115 trailers

Runs: ~70 daily across leading UK retailers

Team: ~90 drivers & shunters + office staff

Reports to: Transport Manager

What We’re Looking For:

Experience in a transport supervisory or management role (FMCG preferred)

Strong working knowledge of transport compliance and driver regulations

Confident with people management, including HR procedures

Able to thrive in a pressurised, fast-moving environment

CPC is advantageous (not essential – training can be provided)

Package & Benefits:

Salary: £41,100.80

Performance Bonus (5%)

235 hours holiday p.a.

Private medical (Bupa)

Pension: 5% employee / 8% employer

4x Life Assurance

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