Transport First Line Manager (FLM)

Immediate Start Available | Monday to Friday | Thirsk

Location: Thirsk, North Yorkshire
Pay Rate: £17.82 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 11:00 - 19:00
Contract: Temporary with potential ongoing opportunities

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Transport First Line Manager (FLM) to join a busy DHL transport operation in Thirsk. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with transport supervisory or management experience who is looking for an immediate start and the chance to make a real impact within a fast-paced logistics environment.

Working closely with the Transport Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, legal and efficient running of the transport operation while supporting and managing a team of drivers. Information based on the FLM ROLE role profile.

Your Time at Work

As a First Line Manager, you will be responsible for:

Managing day-to-day transport operations during your shift
Supporting and leading a team of drivers
Ensuring compliance with transport legislation and operator licence requirements
Monitoring operational KPIs and service performance
Managing driver attendance, absence, return-to-work processes and holidays
Conducting driver performance reviews and regular one-to-one meetings
Supporting accident investigations and transport compliance processes
Managing fleet and vehicle compliance activities
Liaising with customers, warehouse teams and other operational stakeholders
Promoting a positive safety culture and employee engagement programme
Supporting recruitment, onboarding and agency driver management activities

Our Perfect Worker

We're keen to speak with candidates who have:

Previous transport office, transport supervisory, FLM or transport management experience
Strong people management and leadership skills
Experience managing driver performance, compliance and engagement
Knowledge of transport legislation and legal compliance requirements
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
The ability to work under pressure and make effective operational decisions
A proactive and professional approach to problem-solving

Key Information and Benefits

- Immediate start available for the right candidate
- Monday to Friday working pattern
- Consistent daytime hours (11:00 - 19:00)
- Competitive hourly rate of £17.82 plus agency enhancement
- Opportunity to work within a leading logistics operation
- Supportive management team
- Potential for longer-term opportunities

If you have transport operations experience and are looking for your next challenge in a leadership role, we'd like to hear from you.

Immediate interviews and starts available for suitable candidates.

About Staffline

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As one of the most established recruitment agencies in Nottingham with operations across the UK, we specialise in connecting businesses with temporary and permanent jobs across warehouse & logistics, food and drink, aviation, driving, technical & engineering, manufacturing & automotive and security.

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