Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Distribution Supervisor. You will be responsible for the day to day running of the distribution team and deliveries across Multi client base customer base to ensure efficient and timely service provision.
You will be the front line contact for all clients and external suppliers, dealing with ad-hoc enquiries and making online business decisions relating to the Distribution service although this position is based at Bury St Edmunds there may be the need to travel to Ipswich.
Main duties of the job
- Ensuring that drivers comply with drivers hours, TACO rules and speed limits.
- Maintenance of all Trust owned vehicles, including inspection; action taken to remedy defects found by drivers.
- Ensure drivers record and report vehicle defects.
- Keep accurate vehicle records which must be for period of not less that 15 months.
- Ensure that vehicles comply with weight restrictions.
- Ensure that authorised vehicles are kept at the authorised Operating Centre when not in use.
- Notify Traffic Commissioners of any relevant changes.
About us
Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.
Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.
Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must hold a clean Driving Licence. Able to Drive up to 7.5 ton (Category C 1). If EU Licence must have D-9 counterpart.
- Certificate Professional Competence in Transport Management
- Education to Level 6 qualification or equivalent experience.
- Education to Level 5 Diploma with additional education or equivalent experience in Project or Management.
Experience
Essential
- Competent user of Office products
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as part and lead a team.
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of area
- Knowledge of vehicle legislation and safety requirements, transportation of goods
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must hold a clean Driving Licence. Able to Drive up to 7.5 ton (Category C 1). If EU Licence must have D-9 counterpart.
- Certificate Professional Competence in Transport Management
- Education to Level 6 qualification or equivalent experience.
- Education to Level 5 Diploma with additional education or equivalent experience in Project or Management.
Experience
Essential
- Competent user of Office products
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as part and lead a team.
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of area
- Knowledge of vehicle legislation and safety requirements, transportation of goods
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
