Location
Duncrue Street, Belfast (2 posts) & Garvagh (1 post). Due to the nature of the role, you may be required to work at other depots within the group and attend customer premises as needed.
Working Hours & Details
Full‑time (minimum 40 hours, Monday to Friday with various shift patterns available). Permanent.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary + Benefits.
Job Overview
We are seeking motivated and ambitious individuals to join our Transport team as a Transport Supervisor through a structured development programme running over a period of 2 years. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills and previous supervisory experience who is ready to step into a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment and is looking to build a long‑term career in transport and logistics.
Development Programme
As part of this role, you will:
- Participate in a structured development programme over a defined period of 2 years
- Complete relevant transport, logistics, health & safety and leadership courses to support your learning
- Receive mentoring and on‑the‑job coaching from experienced transport professionals
- Gradually take on increased responsibility as competencies are achieved
- A willingness and commitment to complete required training and development courses is essential
About the Role
- Assisting with the coordination of HGV fleet activities to ensure timely and efficient collections, deliveries and waste transfers
- Lead and supervise HGV Drivers, Helpers and Transport Office Staff to ensure high performance and service quality
- Supervise daily transport operations, including routing, scheduling and driver allocation
- Monitor fleet activity, ensuring all journeys are completed safely, legally and on time
- Oversee vehicle compliance, including maintenance schedules and defect reporting
- People‑related activities, including absence management and monitoring, conducting return to work meetings, managing disciplinary and grievance processes in line with company policy, supporting performance management, coaching and development
- Ensure adherence to transport legislation, company policies and health & safety standards
- Build strong communication with both internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues promptly and professionally
- Maintain accurate records and prepare operational / KPI reports as required
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and service delivery
- Must be flexible in undertaking the duties and responsibilities attached to your role
- Has a genuine interest in transport and logistics
- Is willing to study for and complete relevant courses as part of the development programme
- Minimum of 1 year’s previous supervisory experience within transport, logistics or a similar operational environment
- Good knowledge of transport operations and compliance requirements
- Excellent communication, leadership and problem‑solving skills
- Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
- Flexible approach to working hours to support operational effectiveness
- IT literate (Microsoft Office) and willingness to learn transport systems
- Full UK Driving Licence (travel between depots will be required)
- Proficient in using transport or fleet management systems
What We Offer
- Competitive salary & performance bonus
- Opportunities for personal growth and development
- Eligible for company sick pay and DIS benefit after one year’s continuous service
- Eligible for private healthcare scheme and cash health benefit upon successful completion of probation
- 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this position, you should complete the Company application form and return by email to recruitment@riverridge.co.uk before 5.00pm on Thursday 21st May 2026. In the event of a large number of applications we reserve the right to enhance our selection criteria at the short‑listing stage.
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Duncrue Street, Belfast (2 posts) & Garvagh (1 post). Due to the nature of the role, you may be required to work at other depots within the group and attend customer premises as needed.
Working Hours & Details
Full‑time (minimum 40 hours, Monday to Friday with various shift patterns available). Permanent.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary + Benefits.
Job Overview
We are seeking motivated and ambitious individuals to join our Transport team as a Transport Supervisor through a structured development programme running over a period of 2 years. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills and previous supervisory experience who is ready to step into a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment and is looking to build a long‑term career in transport and logistics.
Development Programme
As part of this role, you will:
- Participate in a structured development programme over a defined period of 2 years
- Complete relevant transport, logistics, health & safety and leadership courses to support your learning
- Receive mentoring and on‑the‑job coaching from experienced transport professionals
- Gradually take on increased responsibility as competencies are achieved
- A willingness and commitment to complete required training and development courses is essential
About the Role
- Assisting with the coordination of HGV fleet activities to ensure timely and efficient collections, deliveries and waste transfers
- Lead and supervise HGV Drivers, Helpers and Transport Office Staff to ensure high performance and service quality
- Supervise daily transport operations, including routing, scheduling and driver allocation
- Monitor fleet activity, ensuring all journeys are completed safely, legally and on time
- Oversee vehicle compliance, including maintenance schedules and defect reporting
- People‑related activities, including absence management and monitoring, conducting return to work meetings, managing disciplinary and grievance processes in line with company policy, supporting performance management, coaching and development
- Ensure adherence to transport legislation, company policies and health & safety standards
- Build strong communication with both internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues promptly and professionally
- Maintain accurate records and prepare operational / KPI reports as required
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and service delivery
- Must be flexible in undertaking the duties and responsibilities attached to your role
- Has a genuine interest in transport and logistics
- Is willing to study for and complete relevant courses as part of the development programme
- Minimum of 1 year’s previous supervisory experience within transport, logistics or a similar operational environment
- Good knowledge of transport operations and compliance requirements
- Excellent communication, leadership and problem‑solving skills
- Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
- Flexible approach to working hours to support operational effectiveness
- IT literate (Microsoft Office) and willingness to learn transport systems
- Full UK Driving Licence (travel between depots will be required)
- Proficient in using transport or fleet management systems
What We Offer
- Competitive salary & performance bonus
- Opportunities for personal growth and development
- Eligible for company sick pay and DIS benefit after one year’s continuous service
- Eligible for private healthcare scheme and cash health benefit upon successful completion of probation
- 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this position, you should complete the Company application form and return by email to recruitment@riverridge.co.uk before 5.00pm on Thursday 21st May 2026. In the event of a large number of applications we reserve the right to enhance our selection criteria at the short‑listing stage.
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