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From the employer's careers site First seen 26 Oct 2026

Transport Shift Manager

Co-op Plymouth, Devon On-site senior full-time

Salary

£47,000 to £54,000

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Description

We're looking for a Transport Shift Manager to join our Plymouth depot and play a key role in delivering safe, efficient, and customer-focused transport operations. You will lead a team of up to 70 colleagues, including 6 Team Managers, and help make our depot a great place to work.

What you'll do

  • Lead all aspects of our transport operations, including compliance across all shifts
  • Be responsible for a team of up to 70 depot colleagues, including 6 Team Managers across a 24/7 operation
  • Inspire and coach your team to deliver a high-quality and efficient transport service
  • Be responsible for the development and progression of your team members
  • Build and maintain a culture of safety, compliance, and belonging across the depot
  • Resolve issues and remove barriers to meet performance targets
  • Build strong relationships with internal and external partners

What you'll bring

  • A national CPC qualification or willing to work towards this in the next 6 months
  • Proven experience in a transport or retail operations environment
  • Strong knowledge of transport legislation and operating systems
  • Good leadership skills, with a proven ability to support your colleagues' development
  • The ability to successfully deliver operational changes and improvements within a fast-paced environment
  • Good communication and relationships building skills, with the ability to influence and challenge people inclusively

Benefits

  • Annual bonus scheme
  • 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
  • Pension with up to 10% employer contributions
  • 30% discount on Co-op products and 10% off other brands
  • Stream – early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
  • Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice
  • 24/7 colleague support service
  • Training and support for your development and career progression
  • Cycle-to-work scheme

Skills

Required

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://hcnq.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/job/1073024

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