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Working for our growing IKEA contract at our brand new, state of the art site in Dartford. Customer service will be at the heart of this role, creating a better everyday!

Wincanton are in an exciting growth period having recently won several new contracts and in tender for a lot more! Our people are the driving force of our success, and we think it is important to reward and recognise your hard work which is why our benefits packages and development opportunities are unrivalled.

Why you should work for Wincanton:

• 40 hour working week
• 4 on 4 off shift pattern working 12 hour shifts with varying start times
• Unrivalled salary – Up to £38,000 dependant on experience
• 20 days holiday
• Extensive retail discounts across all the big retailers including supermarkets, fashion, technology, travel, days out, hair & beauty, sports and much more!
• Permanent employment contract with an ever evolving and growing market leader
• RAC cover
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Extensive wellbeing programmes and initiatives accessible to all employees
• Healthcare cash plan programme
• Pension scheme
• Death in service benefit – although we hope you never have to use it!

What will you be doing as a Transport Supervisor?

• Assist with the smooth running of a busy transport department by effective management
• Manage on road issues and the delivery failure process, liaising with customers
• Ensure thorough training of drivers and porters in transportation safety and compliance
• Allocate fleet and crews for home delivery to correct routes, planning and optimising fleet
• Pre-shift/De-brief of all road crews
• Manage performance to a high standard along with compliance to all legal requirements
• Ensuring high standards are met in line with Ikea’s quality processes
• Managing drivers hours ensuring records are accurate in readiness for audits
• Undertake investigations where necessary for any incidents including missing items
• Ensure Safe Systems of Work processes are followed in the line with site Health and Safety regulations

Relevant skills and experience as a Transport Supervisor:

• Previous experience in supervisory role within transport is essential
• Strong IT skills including MS Office and the ability to use transport management systems
• Good knowledge of driver/transport legislation
• Strong communication skills both written and verbally
• Positive and flexible approach
• Able to work on own initiative and comfortable in working to deadlines

Be a part of our values; Excellence, Integrity, Passion, Proactivity, Togetherness & Trust.

Our Commitment

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all employees. We want to create an environment where all colleagues feel safe, supported and valued, whilst feeling they can be their whole selves within our workplaces. We are proud that our colleagues represent us and our successes. Attracting diverse teams, we believe in creating an inclusive, respectful organisational culture for our colleagues and future talent.

Find out more: Wincanton champions a diverse workforce