Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Bristol
6 days Monday to Saturday from 05.30am
Salary: To be discussed on interview

A BIT ABOUT US:

Kingfisher Brixham was first established in 1984, and we are based in the heart of the South West. We have The World Famous Brixham Fish Market right on our doorstep, and we prepare and deliver the freshest, locally sourced fish and seafood available, to chefs and professional kitchens across the South of the UK.
As a fast-paced leading supplier of fresh and frozen seafood, we form part of the Bidfresh Group. From our premises in Paignton, our facilities are BRC AA grade certified, giving customers the reassurance they’re choosing a fish supplier committed to quality products and service. We ensure our fish is sourced responsibly, and we have links with Non-Profit Organisations such as the MSC and ASC, to develop and market sustainable alternatives.
We are a successful business built on solid traditions, with a fun and friendly team made up of working people. Every member of our staff is loyal and committed to what we do here, from the Brixham fish that we supply to thousands of customers, to our thorough and hands-on customer service, we are extremely proud of the business that we are.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Transport Team Leader role provides an important link from the Transport Manager to the remote based transport teams and assists by overseeing the transport function out of their hub. You are required to communicate effectively with your teams in order to ensure they understand processes / current priorities, are aware of new initiatives and alert to safety or quality issues.

SKILLS:

• Self-motivator and team player
• Organised with strong time management skills
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Happy to inject and embrace new ideas
• Lead by example in all areas of the role
• Excellent communicator at all levels
• Ability to build and maintain close working relationships with all levels of staff
• Flexible in working hours to cover early starts and late finishes
  The job description documents the general nature and level of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of activities, duties and responsibilities required of job incumbents. Therefore, job incumbents are expected to perform all other duties as assigned or required, as training and experience allow.
  Bidfresh Limited reserves the right to make modifications to this job description as deemed necessary by changing position and business requirements
  While experience is a bonus, we’re also interested in your friendly personality and willingness to go the extra mile for our customers. Team transport is made of over 50 efficient delivery drivers, and we treat this as one big family that we would love for you to join.
  No matter whether you are delivering our product into Michelin Star restaurants, gastro pubs or country hotels, each of our customers is as equally important as the next, and we expect everybody to be treated with the same professional attitude.
  If you excel at understanding the exacting needs of customers, regularly exceed their expectations and enjoy working in a fast-paced, targeted environment, that is rewarding and supportive, then this is an exciting opportunity for you to join a dynamic transport team within a leading supplier of seafood.

A BIT ABOUT THE ROLE:

POSITION: Transport Team leader
DEPOT: Kingfisher Bristol Site
DEPARTMENT: Transport
REPORTS TO: Transport Manager

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Liaising with the Transport manager each morning, accurately reporting any issues with the team, routes or vehicles. To do this effectively, you will need to complete morning checks for van cleanliness, as well as ensuring drivers are clean and tidy with the correct uniform.
· Plan effectively to ensure vans are collected and dropped off for drivers, this will mean leaving early.
· Use problem solving skills when drivers experience issues like breakdowns, incorrectly loaded boxes or last minute sickness, ensuing all deliveries are still completed in a timely manner. This may also include acting driving cover for sickness as and when required
· Re-routing calls when necessary and reporting to the Transport manager to update on POD Father.
· Be on call to assist with small repairs and maintenance, such as bulb changes, cameras, trackers and work mobile phones.
· Communicate with the team on lorry arrival times, and work with the drivers to put plans into place for the day, ensuring all drivers are prepared, supported and capable.
· Take responsibility for cross dock sites, ensuring facilities are clean, tidy and well maintained.
· Building relationships with drivers and the sales team, to ensure a good channel of communication. Encouraging drivers to report on sales activity, and ensuring they have information for new drops etc.
· Other ad-hoc duties to support the Transport and Management Team
This position has no supervisory responsibilities