Total 8 Transportation / Logistics job vacancies in Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8BD

Assistant Transport Manager

Cullompton Chilled Operations

Potential earnings up to £38,000pa, depending on your experience!!

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The position involves:

• Assist in developing and implementing a comprehensive transport strategy aligning with company objectives, focusing on cost efficiency, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.
• Supervise a team of approximately 50, including Drivers and Office Staff.
• Support coordination and management of all freight transportation activities, ensuring timely deliveries and effective route planning.
• Stay updated on industry regulations, transportation laws, and environmental standards, ensuring compliance within operations.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining service quality through continuous analysis of transportation expenses and implementation of efficient practices.
• Assist in establishing KPIs for the transportation department, tracking metrics, and reporting performance to senior management.
• Contribute to implementing risk management strategies to address transportation challenges and develop contingency plans.
• Evaluate and recommend transportation management systems and relevant technologies to enhance processes and efficiency.
• Support the introduction and oversight of sustainable transportation practices to minimize the environmental impact.
• Assist in leading and motivating the transportation team, providing guidance, coaching, and fostering a positive work environment to achieve departmental goals.
• Attend customer reviews and produce required statistics for meetings.
• Conduct regular 1-2-1 meetings with direct reports.
• Assist in conducting annual PDR interviews with direct reports.

Essential Skills required:

• Have a good understanding of legal compliance, driver's hours and WTD's.
• Track record of leading successful change.
• Strong evidence of management skills and making key business decisions.
• Capability to advise and motivate team to deliver results for the business.
• Ability to present to Senior Key contacts within the business and to external customers.
• Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• IT literate including MS Office. Strong analytic ability in review data and reports.

Desirable Skills required:

• Previous experience of working within the FMCG transport industry, specifically chilled supply chain. - Desirable
• Proven experience in customer relationship management.
• Have managed financial budgets and annual Profit and Loss responsibility.
• Hold international or national CPC qualification and previous Transport Management experience. (CPC training provided for the right candidate)

Why Gregory Distribution?

• Salary of between £36,500pa and £38,000pa, depending on experience.
• Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs to 17:00hrs.
• Additional holiday purchasing scheme*
• Retail discounts with Hapi*
• Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*
• Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
• Excellent holiday allowance and company benefits.
• Life assurance, pension and sickness scheme*
• Christmas Savings Club*
• Black Circle Tyre discount*
• Leading industry qualifications*
• This vacancy is not entitled to the employee referral scheme.
• Free Uniform.
• Strong culture of teamwork.

So if you have the drive to be the best and want to be a part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now for this vacancy.

Please submit your application as soon as possible; due to the high volumes of applications we receive, and we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.

The Gregory Group require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

Interested applicants for the Assistant Transport Manager position should click the apply button below. For any queries in relation to the vacancy please contact our Recruitment Team on . Please take into account that our Recruitment Team work Monday to Friday 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs, so we will get back to you as soon as we can.

External Website Applications: You will be redirected to the Gregory distribution Website where you can apply for this vacancy. You will be asked to complete a short application form and will receive email confirmation when it has been submitted.

Note to recruitment agencies: We prefer to recruit direct, but we do have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch if we need you.

*Subject to terms and conditions

Transport Operator

4on 4off Days

Cullompton - Spar Contract

At Gregory Distribution, we are currently seeking a Transport Operator in our busy Depot in Cullompton. This position involves providing coordination of the day to day running of this busy depot.

The position of Transport Operator involves:

• Provide leadership of day to day transport issues, including dispatch debrief and work in progress for the Chilled and Ambient operations at Cullompton.
• You will also be required to work closely with our customer to ensure the smooth running of the operation as a whole.
• Managing and de-briefing drivers.
• Customer relations and a range of associated administrative duties.
• Answering all queries via email, phone and face to face.
• Assisting in production of KPI's and daily statistics.

Essential skills required for Transport Operator:

• Experience of working in a similar role is preferred and you should have a good working knowledge of traffic management systems.
• Ability to communicate at all levels.
• Strong geographical knowledge of the local area.
• Excellent organisational skills and prioritising workload.
• Attention to detail.
• Working to deadlines.
• Solution driven and Flexible approach to your work.
• Able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• MS packages to include, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Why Gregory Distribution?

• Salary from £30,000pa to £32,000pa, depending on experience.
• Hours of work are based on 4on 4off rota, from 05:00hrs - 17:00hrs.
• Additional holiday purchasing scheme*
• Retail discounts with Hapi*
• Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*
• Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
• Excellent holiday allowance and company benefits.
• Life assurance, pension and sickness scheme*
• Christmas Savings Club*
• Black Circle Tyre discount*
• Leading industry qualifications*
• This vacancy is not entitled to the employee referral scheme.
• Free Uniform.
• Strong culture of teamwork.

So if you have the drive to be the best and want to be a part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now for this vacancy.

Please submit your application as soon as possible; due to the high volumes of applications we receive, and we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.

The Gregory Group require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

Interested applicants for the Transport Operator position should click the apply button below. For any queries in relation to the vacancy please contact our Recruitment Team on . Please take into account that our Recruitment Team work Monday to Friday 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs, so we will get back to you as soon as we can.

External Website Applications: You will be redirected to the Gregory distribution Website where you can apply for this vacancy. You will be asked to complete a short application form and will receive email confirmation when it has been submitted.

Note to recruitment agencies: We prefer to recruit direct, but we do have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch if we need you.

*Subject to terms and conditions

Transport Supervisor

4on 4off Days

Cullompton

At Gregory Distribution, we are currently seeking a Transport Supervisor in our busy Depot in Cullompton.

The position of Transport Supervisor involves:

• Provide leadership and supervision of day-to-day transport/warehouse operations.
• You will also be required to work closely with the Transport, Customer services and warehouse admin teams to ensure the smooth running of the operation as a whole.
• Coordination activities include Holiday & Sickness cover planning, Operational communications, Health & Safety compliance, and equipment maintenance.
• Assisting with team brief topics and documentation.
• Managing the equipment maintenance and service schedule for the operational equipment.
• Monitoring and auditing Health and Safety and compliance.
• Investigating all queries, both internal and external.
• Assisting in production of KPI's and daily statistics.
• Effective control of issuing drivers departures in line with business strategy, enforcing best practice and company process by coaching/development.
• Monitoring the efficient recordings of driver data paying attention to detail and completed in a timely manner.

Essential skills required for Transport Supervisor:

• Experience of working in a similar role is preferred and you should have a good working knowledge of traffic management systems.
• Ability to communicate at all levels.
• Strong geographical knowledge of the local area.
• Excellent organisational skills and prioritising workload.
• Attention to detail.
• Working to deadlines.
• Solution driven and Flexible approach to your work.
• Able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• MS packages to include, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Why Gregory Distribution?

• Salary for Transport Operator is between £34,000pa - £35,689pa, depending on experience.
• Hours of work are based on 4on 4off rota, from 05:00hrs - 17:00hrs.
• Additional holiday purchasing scheme*
• Retail discounts with Hapi*
• Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*
• Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
• Excellent holiday allowance and company benefits.
• Life assurance, pension and sickness scheme*
• Christmas Savings Club*
• Black Circle Tyre discount*
• Leading industry qualifications*
• This vacancy is not entitled to the employee referral scheme.
• Free Uniform.
• Strong culture of teamwork.

So if you have the drive to be the best and want to be a part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now for this vacancy.

Please submit your application as soon as possible; due to the high volumes of applications we receive, and we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.

The Gregory Group require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

Interested applicants for the Transport Supervisor position should click the apply button below. For any queries in relation to the vacancy please contact our Recruitment Team on . Please take into account that our Recruitment Team work Monday to Friday 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs, so we will get back to you as soon as we can.

External Website Applications: You will be redirected to the Gregory distribution Website where you can apply for this vacancy. You will be asked to complete a short application form and will receive email confirmation when it has been submitted.

Note to recruitment agencies: We prefer to recruit direct, but we do have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch if we need you.

*Subject to terms and conditions

Class 1 Milk Tanker Drivers - Transhipment

Cullompton

Do you have an UK LGV Licence?

If "YES" we want to hear from you!!

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The position involves:

• Delivery of bulk milk to dairies across the UK.
• Transhipment role.
• Ensuring that the deliveries and collections are made on time and in accordance with our client's requirements.
• Keeping in regular contact with the transport team for updates on progress and managing our customers' expectations.
• Due to the nature of the locations of our customers there will be a high degree of rural driving.
• Attending regular training sessions.

Personal Attributes for Milk Tanker Drivers:

• Must have a UK HGV Class 1 CE or Class 2 C Licence.
• Hold a current DCPC Card and UK Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
• Experience of Fridge trailers is preferred but not essential as full training will be given.
• Be passionate about providing excellent customer service.
• Working to deadlines.
• Confident, polite and a team player.
• Good geographical knowledge.
• Due to the nature of the role applicants must be fit, flexible, hardworking and self-motivated.

Why Gregory Distribution?

• Salary for Class 1 Transhipment Night Driver of £43,935pa based on 10 hours per shift!
• Hours of work are: start time between 17:00hrs and 23:00hrs, bases on 4on 2off rota.
• Enhanced rate for working an additional shift.
• Enhanced rate for working weekends.
• Free DCPC training during your employment*
• Additional holiday purchasing scheme*
• Retail discounts with Hapi*
• Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*
• Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
• Excellent holiday allowance and company benefits.
• Life assurance, pension and sickness scheme*
• Christmas Savings Club*
• Black Circle Tyre discount*
• Leading industry qualifications*
• Medical Reimbursement*
• This vacancy is not entitled to the employee referral scheme.
• Free Uniform.
• Strong culture of teamwork.

So if you have the drive to be the best and want to be a part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now for this vacancy.

Please submit your application as soon as possible; due to the high volumes of applications we receive, and we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.

The Gregory Group require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

Interested applicants for the Class 1 Night Transhipment Driver position should click the apply button below. For any queries in relation to the vacancy please contact our Recruitment Team on . Please take into account that our Recruitment Team work Monday to Friday 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs, so we will get back to you as soon as we can.

External Website Applications: You will be redirected to the Gregory distribution Website where you can apply for this vacancy. You will be asked to complete a short application form and will receive email confirmation when it has been submitted.

Note to recruitment agencies: We prefer to recruit direct, but we do have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch if we need you.

*Subject to terms and conditions

Class 2 Mini Bulk (ADR) Drivers

Location: Ivybridge
Shift times: DAYS

Manpower is currently seeking Class 2 ADR Drivers for our client's winter peak at their Plymouth site.

This role involves working 4 on 2 off, with flexibility for other shift patterns as needed to support the business.

You'll have guaranteed 42.5 hours per week, with overtime opportunities after 42.5 hours or on weekends.

Over time is paid at Time and a half as are the weekends paid at the premium rate during your 4 on 4 off.

As a Class 2 ADR Driver, your responsibilities will include vehicle checks, following the maifesto, operating tankers and delivering gas to remote locations, serving farms and homes without a gas supply.

This is a seasonal winter pressure contract lasting approximately 6 months.

Full training and necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided.

ADR however will need to be obtained by the driver ahead of interview.

The role is due to start 1st October 2024

Interested? Apply today! or contact our Bridgend Branch 01656 657231

Thorn Baker Construction require an experienced forward tipper dumper driver for a project in Tiverton, Devon. Starting ASAP. Free parking on site. Full CPCS/NPORS required, asbestos awareness ticket needed. Please call call Meg on 07866013641 or the Bristol office on 01172033444 to discuss further.

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For further information please call call Meg on 07866013641 or the Bristol office on 01172033444

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Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for Delivery Drivers for their clients Distribution Operation in Exeter so now is an exciting time to be part of their brand.

What will the role involve?

* You will be delivering packages across a planned route to an approved timescale

* Loading and unloading parcels from your van (must be able to lift a minimum of 23kg)

* Full training and induction will be provided, and you'll work with a supportive team.

This is a great opportunity to enhance your career as a Delivery Driver.

As a Delivery Driver, our client offers:

* £161.65 per day - Self Employed - whilst using a company van

* From £172.65 per day if using your own vehicle dependant on size (this must be a van not a car)

* Fully paid training days

* Planned Delivery Route

* Weekly Pay

* Full induction and training with a supportive team once you're on the road.

* Free car parking.

What are we looking for?

* You will need a UK or EU Driving Licence

* You must have no more than 6 penalty points on your licence* Must be over the age of 21

* Hard-working, motivated, and great at working in a fast-paced environment

* A good understanding of the local area would be an advantage

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Class 1 Driver's needed with immediate starts in Exeter.

I have assessments available this week and next week.

Pure Staff are looking for experienced Class 1 Drivers to work alongside one of our clients in the Exeter area.

Pay rate for a Class 1 Driver.

£17.84 for the first 48 hours worked

£23.72 for any hours after 48 hours worked

if you wanted to go full time they have some fantastic perks also.

Start times between 04:00 to 09:00 starts per day we also have nights shifts also available

*** NO Limited Company Contractors ***

Candidates of Pure Staff do not pay weekly Umbrella Margins and/or or Payroll Processing Fees.

Ad hoc shifts OR various fixed shift patterns available between Monday and Saturday. No shifts on Sunday.

Looking after your work life balance is our top priority, working with the some of the most well-known and respected clients & insuring the best possible work is available to you.

Our client is a large (well-known) company delivering to convenience stores across the UK.

This Class 1 Driver role itself will consist of multi drop averaging 6 drop per shift to convenience stores across the UK. Shifts averaging 8 to 13 hours per day

This can be a customer facing role so the perfect candidate will be of smart appearance with a polite nature, you will need to show willingness to give that little extra to ensure our clients personnel have the best experience interaction with the driver as possible.

Class 1 Driver's will require.

• HGV C+E Class 1 Driving licence
• 1 year HGV Class 1 experience is required due to insurance
• CPC Card
• Digital card
• Clean Licence preferred with no more than 6 points (no TT TS MS DR DD codes).

Additionally, to the pay you will accrue Holiday pay payable with 7 day's notice of booked holiday. You will also be enrolled after 3 months into a pension.

Our Worcester branch recruits nationally and can provide online registration services for your convenience.

To apply to this position for Class 1 Driver's, please click Apply and follow instructions or call Pure Staff Worcester branch on 01905 20547. INDWD