Transport Supervisor (Temporary 3-6 Month Contract)

Transport Supervisor (Temporary 3–6 Month Contract)

Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £36,000 per annum (pro rata)
Pay Rate: £17.30ph
Hours: 40 hours per week
Start Date: Beginning of August
Contract: Temporary (3–6 months)
Shift: Monday – Friday.  0600 - 1400

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Transport Supervisor to join a leading logistics operation in Milton Keynes on a temporary basis for approximately 3–6 months. 

The Role
As Transport Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing daily transport operations, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, company procedures, and customer service standards. You will play a key role in leading drivers, promoting a culture of safety, and ensuring operational excellence across the transport function.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all vehicles and drivers remain fully compliant with regulatory requirements and company processes.
• Maintain compliance with MHRA regulations and company SOPs to protect product integrity and cold chain requirements.
• Support the Transport Manager in driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Champion health and safety throughout the operation, promoting a zero-accident culture.
• Lead by example, demonstrating strong leadership and commitment to safety standards.
• Manage driver performance to ensure customer service expectations are consistently achieved.
• Deliver operational targets, including on-time delivery and first-time delivery success rates.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers, protecting and enhancing the company brand.
• Encourage open communication and engagement with drivers through regular face-to-face interaction.
• Ensure drivers are effectively debriefed daily, with issues addressed promptly and feedback communicated.
• Maintain high standards of integrity, professionalism, and adherence to company policies.
• Monitor and manage holidays, absence, and policy compliance.
• Support commercial growth initiatives and contribute to wider business objectives.
• Work collaboratively with transport teams across the business to drive a strong team culture.
• Lead and support projects that contribute to the company's strategic goals.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience within a transport supervisory or management role.
• Strong knowledge of transport operations and compliance requirements.
• Flexible approach with willingness to work additional hours when required.
• Excellent planning and prioritisation skills.
• Confident, enthusiastic, and personable communicator.
• Ability to make sound decisions and work effectively under pressure.
• Proven experience motivating and managing teams.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to handle challenging situations professionally and effectively.
• Honest, open, and collaborative approach to leadership.
• Positive leadership style with the ability to inspire and develop others.
• Good IT skills and PC literacy.
• Strong administrative and organisational abilities.

To apply, please submit your CV today to View email address on pertemps.co.uk or apply online. 

Early applications are encouraged as interviews will be taking place shortly.