Night Assistant Operations Manager

(Night Assistant Operations Manager) – Position Overview

Night Assistant Operations Manager required! My client is a leading UK logistics company, specialising in next-day and same-day delivery of air and sea freight. They are now looking for a Night Assistant Operations Manager to assist in the management of the night warehouse and transport operations in a cost-effective manner and adhere to all applicable Health & Safety policies and procedures.

(Night Assistant Operations Manager) – Duties and Responsibilities

• To assist in the management all areas of the operations Warehouse relating to the night shift

• To assist in the organisation and manage all staff providing the operational service needed both for internal and external customers.
• To ensure the operation is pro-actively managed with resources well planned and allocated to each specific area.
• Ensure contingency plans are developed, documented, and communicated.
• Ensure all manual handling equipment / machinery is regularly serviced and fully maintained via liaison with MHE provider / RTITB registered in-house Trainer.

• Liaise with senior management and ensure that they are informed of events, progress and activities on a regular basis
• Train and develop staff as required to enhance skills and for career progression within the company
• Ensure constant compliance with CAA regulations
• De-brief any returning drivers from night shifts.
• Supply detailed handover at the end of each shift (written and verbal).
• In the future a set of KPI’s and reports will be introduced and you will be expected to fill in these reports and your performance will be measured against the KPI’s.
• Flexibility in working days will be required to cover holidays and peaks in volumes.
• Being on call as required to assist the night team.

(Night Assistant Operations Manager) – Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience in the Logistics sector. Supervisory experience required.
• In-depth knowledge of Logistics and Freight forwarding function.
• Sound knowledge of Aviation Security.
• Ability to handle pressure in unforeseen circumstances.
• Flexibility in working hours.
• Current Fork Lift Licence
• Excellent people management skills.
• Good influencing skills.
• Procedurally proficient.
• Ability to communicate at all levels.
• Organised with good planning skills.

(Night Assistant Operations Manager) –Additional Attributes

• Strong supervisory/ management skills
• The ability to identify areas of improvement and complete clear plans with solutions to improve the company as and when needed.
• Ability to challenge performance
• Good operational experience (within the Transport and Logistics industry ideally).
• A driven and can-do personality.
• Hands on” and proactive problem solver.

(Night Assistant Operations Manager) – Position Remuneration

• Salary: £36,000 starting and then rising to £38,000 after a successful 6-month probation
• Sunday to Thursday
• 18:00pm – 04:00am / 1-hour unpaid break / Contractual 45 hours per week
• 25 days plus bank holidays (33 in total)
• 1 month (after probation)
• Pension: As per auto enrolment

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