Location
Bristol
Industry sector
Transport, Logistics
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
14/05/2026
Closing date
04/06/2026
Transport Supervisor
£30,000 - £33,000 per annum + Package
Bristol
Are you an organised and proactive transport professional looking for your next challenge within a fast-paced distribution environment?
We are recruiting for a Transport Supervisor to join a growing operation in Bristol, supporting the day-to-day management of a busy multi-drop transport function. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong transport compliance knowledge and people management experience who enjoys leading from the front and driving operational standards.
The Role
Working closely with the Transport Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring fleet operations run efficiently, safely, and in line with all UK transport legislation and operator licence requirements.
You'll be responsible for supervising drivers, supporting transport administration, maintaining compliance standards, and helping to deliver excellent customer service levels across the operation.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supervising and supporting a team of drivers within a busy multi-drop environment
* Monitoring driver performance, telematics and tachograph compliance
* Conducting driver debriefs and addressing areas for improvement
* Ensuring all vehicle maintenance, inspections and defect reporting are completed correctly
* Liaising with external service providers regarding fleet maintenance and repairs
* Supporting transport compliance in line with DVSA and operator licence requirements
* Assisting with investigations, return-to-work meetings and performance management where required
* Managing transport administration including records, documentation and purchase orders
* Promoting a positive health & safety culture across the operation
* Ensuring operational procedures and service standards are consistently maintained
About You
The successful candidate will have previous experience within transport, logistics or fleet operations, ideally within a fast-paced distribution or multi-drop environment.
You will also have:
* Strong understanding of UK transport legislation and compliance
* Experience supervising drivers or transport teams
* Knowledge of tachograph regulations, driver hours and fleet maintenance processes
* Excellent organisational and communication skills
* A hands-on and proactive management style
* Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
* Confidence dealing with operational challenges and making decisions independently
What's on Offer
* Career development and progression opportunities
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* Full-time permanent role based in Bristol
* Opportunity to join a well-established and growing business within the distribution sector
If you're an energetic and motivated transport professional looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
About Cast UK
Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in Business Change & Transformation, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit www.castuk.com