Job Description

Transport Shift Manager

£47,000 to £54,000 plus great benefits (Work Level 6A)

Plymouth, PL7 4JH

Full-time, 39 hours per week, 5 over 7

Shift pattern: Flexible shift coverage (days, backs, nights) | You’ll also join our weekend rota

We’re looking for a Transport Shift Manager to join our Plymouth depot and play a big part in delivering safe, efficient, and customer-focussed transport operations. Working closely with our Distribution Manager, you’ll lead a team of up to 70 colleagues, including 6 Team Managers, and help to make our depot a place where they can thrive.

Why this role matters?

Transport is a big deal at Co-op. With one of the UK’s most complex logistics networks, it’s how we keep our promises to our customers and make sure the products they love arrive in the right store, at the right time. We know that great transport operations rely on engaged teams, strong leadership, and a commitment from everyone to do things better every day. That’s where you come in. As a Transport Shift Manager, you’ll be at the heart of it - leading your team, solving problems, and helping us to deliver for communities across the UK.

What you’ll do

• Lead all aspects of our transport operations including compliance across all shifts
• Be responsible for a team of up to 70 depot colleagues, including 6 Team Managers across a 24/7 operation
• Inspire and coach your team to deliver a high-quality and efficient transport service
• Be responsible for the development and progression of your team members
• Build and maintain a culture of safety, compliance, and belonging across the depot
• Resolve issues and remove barriers to meet performance targets
• Build strong relationships with internal and external partners

What you’ll bring

• A national CPC qualification or willing to work towards this in the next 6 months
• Proven experience in a transport or retail operations environment
• Strong knowledge of transport legislation and operating systems
• Good leadership skills, with a proven ability to support your colleagues’ development
• The ability to successfully deliver operational changes and improvements within a fast-paced environment
• Good communication and relationships building skills, with the ability to influence and challenge people inclusively

Why Co-op?

At Co-op, we’re owned by our members. And because we’re owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a movement. We’re an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we’re powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you’ll also receive:

• An annual bonus scheme (based on personal and business performance)
• 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
• A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• 30% discount on Co-op products and 10% off other brands
• Stream – early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice
• 24/7 colleague support service
• Training and support for your development and career progression
• Cycle-to-work scheme

A place you’ll belong

We’re building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone, and our support centre is an inclusive environment where all our colleagues can thrive.

If you have a disability, we’ll make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process. We’re also proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme - if you’re disabled and you meet the minimum criteria for this job, we’ll guarantee you an interview.

Learn more about our recruitment process at https://jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process

Explore our commitments to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing at https://jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-wellbeing

As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes 15-20 minutes. If you're a current Co-op colleague, this does not need to be completed.