Transport Team Manager
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Want to be part of a UK hub, in a global business that is scaling rapidly, evolving fast and radically changing the decades-old delivery universe? If so, read on, as we’re looking for a Transport Team Manager to join our Bristol team!
Our mission? To switch up the status quo and become the UK’s leading out-of-home business. With a fast-growing network of thousands of smart lockers, hundreds of leading retail partners and the launch of our transformative Send service, we’re bringing freedom to anyone with a parcel.
At InPost UK, we’re building an unparalleled group of talent that’s committed to help us power our mission to reshape the way parcels move, and redefine eCommerce logistics. Our team is packed full of top-notch experts in e-commerce, technology, scale-up growth, sustainability, logistics and supply chain. We’re a passionate bunch with high ambition – we collaborate, innovate, support each other, and leave egos at the door.
Transport Team Manager
📍 Location: Yodel Bristol, Ashridge Road, BS32 4JQ
🕒 Hours: 21:45 – 06:15
📆 Shift Pattern: Sunday – Thursday
💷 Salary: £30,231 Per Annum + 20% shift allowance (for hours worked between 22:00 – 06:00) equivalent to £36,277)
Are you an experienced transport professional ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a Transport Team Manager to lead our overnight transport operations at our busy Bristol site.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring our parcel transport runs smoothly—from coordinating collections and deliveries to managing internal and external drivers. Working closely with our Sort Centre team, you’ll ensure service continuity and operational excellence across both functions.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll be the first point of contact for our transport team during your shift.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and deliver all scheduled transport activity, ensuring on-time performance and service levels are met.
- Lead daily driver briefings and debriefings (employed, subcontractors, and agency).
- Monitor and improve driver performance using operational data and reporting tools.
- Track and respond to national and local KPIs, implementing corrective action where needed.
- Ensure legal compliance with all transport operations and uphold Operating Licence standards.
- Promote and maintain high standards of health and safety across the site.
- Proactively manage absence, performance, and other employee relations matters, escalating when necessary.
- Investigate transport and on-site incidents thoroughly and propose follow-up actions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
- Collaborate closely with the Sort Centre team to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
- Contribute to site-wide and business-wide projects.
- Maintain positive and professional relationships with trade union representatives.
- Manage yard operations, ensuring smooth trailer movements and timely bay availability.
- Adapt quickly to demand changes during peak periods and special events.
- Act as deputy for the Shift Manager when required.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in transport operations
- Working knowledge of transport management systems
- Up-to-date knowledge of drivers’ hours and working time regulations
- Transport CPC (essential)
- Previous people management experience (desirable)
- A proactive, collaborative approach and strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to stay calm and effective under pressure
What’s in it for you?
- Full training and ongoing support
- A stable, full-time role with opportunities to grow
- Competitive salary
- A supportive team environment where your contribution counts
- 28 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of bank hols) increasing with length of service
- Contributory pension scheme
- Division
- InPost Depot Operations
- Department
- Transport
- Locations
- Bristol Depot
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