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Ashton Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Transport Shift Manager on behalf of our client, Pivotal Sec Plus, based in Belfast.

Transport Shift Manager
Belfast
Full Time | Permanent

40 hours per week - Operational flexibility required to support business needs
£36,000 per annum

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced transport and logistics professional to join a growing cash management and security operation. The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing transport operations, fleet compliance, driver performance, and operational efficiency within a highly regulated and security-focused environment.

The Role

Reporting into senior management, the Transport Shift Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of transport operations, ensuring vehicles, drivers, and operational processes remain compliant, efficient, and customer-focused.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily transport operation and fleet activities
• Manage vehicle utilisation, route planning, and operational efficiency
• Monitor driver performance, compliance, and telematics data
• Ensure compliance with Driver Hours, Tachograph, and Working Time Regulations
• Support and manage driver assessments, training, and performance improvement initiatives
• Maintain transport records, audit trails, and compliance documentation
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, auditors, and internal stakeholders as required
• Oversee fleet maintenance schedules and vehicle availability
• Ensure all vehicle defects are reported and rectified promptly
• Support incident investigations and risk management activities
• Monitor transport-related costs and operational performance metrics
• Promote a strong culture of safety, compliance, and professionalism

Essential Criteria

1. Previous transport, fleet, or logistics management experience
2. Strong knowledge of transport legislation and compliance requirements
3. Experience managing drivers and operational teams
4. Knowledge of driver performance monitoring and telematics systems
5. Excellent communication and organisational skills
6. Ability to work under pressure and make effective operational decisions
7. Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office packages

Desirable Criteria

1. Experience within a secure logistics, cash management, security, or high-compliance environment
2. Professional logistics qualifications or membership
3. Valid National or International Transport CPC Qualification
4. Experience managing fleet maintenance and supplier relationships
5. Knowledge of risk management and operational security procedures

Security & Vetting Requirements

Due to the nature of the role, successful candidates will be required to complete a comprehensive screening and vetting process prior to employment commencing. This will include:

1. 5-year checkable employment history
2. Employment and reference checks
3. Financial credit check
4. AccessNI criminal record check
5. Additional security screening as required

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to all screening, vetting, and security checks being completed successfully.

Ashton Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency

Logistics Operations Supervisor
Location: Belfast
Full Time | Permanent

Salary: £36,000 per annum

Hours of work: 40 hours per week on a rota basis, Monday-Tuesday, Thursday - Friday 12:00-20:30 & Saturday 10:00-18:30

Ashton Recruitment are currently recruiting for an Operations Supervisor on behalf of our client based in Belfast. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and well-established organisation operating within the cash management and security logistics sector.

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Operations Supervisor to support the day-to-day running of a busy Belfast operation, leading operational teams and ensuring high standards of service, compliance, and efficiency are maintained at all times.

This role would suit someone with strong operational or logistics supervisory experience who enjoys working within a fast-paced environment and can confidently lead teams while managing performance, planning, and operational delivery.

The Role

Working within a secure and fast-moving operational environment, the successful candidate will oversee branch operations, support driver management, coordinate fleet activity, and ensure operational targets and compliance standards are achieved.

Duties will include:

1. Supervising daily operational activities within the secure operations area
2. Leading and motivating a team of approximately 50 drivers
3. Supporting route planning, fleet utilisation, and operational scheduling
4. Monitoring operational performance and service delivery
5. Managing rosters, audit trails, and daily operational reports
6. Updating internal systems and transport management systems (TMS)
7. Monitoring fuel usage, telematics, and operational KPIs
8. Ensuring compliance with operator licence and Health & Safety requirements
9. Maintaining high standards of security, accuracy, and professionalism

Essential Criteria

1. Previous operations, transport, or logistics supervisory experience
2. Strong fleet management and route planning experience
3. Excellent communication and leadership skills
4. Strong attention to detail
5. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
6. Health & Safety awareness
7. Ability to work under pressure and make effective decisions
8. Reliable, organised, and proactive approach to work
9. Ability to lead and motivate operational teams effectively

Security & Vetting Requirements

Due to the nature of the role, successful candidates will be required to complete a detailed screening and vetting process prior to employment commencing. This includes:

1. 5-year checkable employment/education history
2. Employment and reference checks
3. Adverse financial credit check
4. DBS/AccessNI criminal record check

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to all screening, vetting, and security checks being completed successfully.

Benefits

• Company pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
  * Company health plan
  * Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  * Employee discounts and perks
  * Long-term progression opportunities within a growing organisation

Ashton Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency