TRANSPORT SHIFT MANAGER

Salary: £42,000 to £50,000 plus a 5% shift premium and other great benefits (Work Level 6A)
Location: Plymouth, PL7 4JH
Contract: Full-time, 39 hours per week
Shift pattern: Flexible shift coverage (days, backs, nights) | weekend rota
We’re looking for a Transport Shift Manager to join our Plymouth depot and play a big part in delivering safe, efficient, and customer-focussed transport operations. Working closely with our Distribution Manager, you’ll lead a team of up to 90 colleagues, including 8 Team Managers, and help to make our depot a place where they can thrive.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS?

Transport is a big deal at Co-op. With one of the UK’s most complex logistics networks, it’s how we keep our promises to our customers and make sure the products they love arrive in the right store, at the right time. We know that great transport operations rely on engaged teams, strong leadership, and a commitment from everyone to do things better every day. That’s where you come in. As a Transport Shift Manager, you’ll be at the heart of it - leading your team, solving problems, and helping us to deliver for communities across the UK.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead all aspects of our transport operations during your shift hours
• Be responsible for a team of up to 90 depot colleagues, including 8 Team Managers
• Inspire and coach your team to deliver a high-quality and efficient transport service
• 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