Job Title: Transport First Line Manager
Location: Runcorn
Remuneration: £34,000.00 per annum
Shifts: Tuesday to Friday (06:00 - 16:00) and Saturday (09:00 - 19:00)
Requirements: Demonstrable experience in a similar role, strong people management capabilities, ability to lead from the front

Ignition Driver Recruitment are looking for a reliable, experienced Transport First Line Manager to join our team and play a vital role in keeping the supply chain moving. 

Our client is looking for someone with a demonstrable experience in a similar role, who can lead from the front and remain resilient under pressure.

The working hours will require some flexibility simply due to the different demands of the business. 

Transport First Line Manager - What You'll Do

• Lead the transport operation during your shift, ensuring safety, service, cost and people KPIs are consistently achieved while upholding transport compliance and legal standards
• Conduct key people management activities including 1–1s, absence reviews, performance management discussions and supporting HR investigations
• Oversee Health & Safety and transport audits, drive corrective actions, and ensure the operation remains fully compliant
• Manage customer escalations and complaints arising from a high volume of weekly deliveries, carrying out investigations and implementing service improvements
• Use multiple computer systems daily, producing accurate reports and resource plans using spreadsheets and operational data
• Plan next-day transport resources, ensuring effective driver and vehicle allocation, and lead team briefs to align colleagues with operational priorities
• Support accident management processes, maintain high standards of transport compliance, and communicate clearly with senior leaders and the client