Salary starting from £40,241, 10% bonus potential, 25 days annual leave and generous pension.
Job Description
As a Work Area Manager, you will work in our busy Princess Royal Parcel Hub and be responsible for managing operations in a specified area, leading a dedicated team of up to 40 full- and part-time employees and ensuring all operational targets are met.
Responsibilities
• Lead and manage a team of up to 40 employees, holding regular one-to-one and team meetings.• Review daily area performance and plans, champion health and safety initiatives, and identify opportunities for improvement.• Support the Shift Manager and maintain high-quality service for customers.• Handle line management tasks including sick absence, attendance, training and development, and participate in continuous improvement programmes.
Qualifications / Skills
- Leadership Focus – ensure basic operations run smoothly, implement strategy, recognise team achievements, and communicate effectively.
- People Focus – understand the value of diversity and inclusion, delegate, coach, empower, and provide feedback to develop talent.
- Resilience Focus – remain approachable, maintain tranquility during change, communicate regularly, and stay positive under pressure.
- Achievement Focus – set standards of excellence, ask probing questions, share learning, guide teams, and keep promises.
- Improvement Focus – implement transformational changes, reduce costs, innovate work practices, and optimise processes to meet customer needs.
- Customer Centric Focus – create a customer-first culture, improve customer experience, and monitor service goals.
Shift Pattern
Tuesday to Saturday, 6:00 – 14:12. Flexibility to meet unit requirements is required.
Benefits
- Competitive salary starting from £40,241.
- 10% bonus potential.
- 25 days annual leave.
- Generous pension scheme.
Application & Assessment
The assessment involves a capability-based interview and a short management scenario exercise. To apply, submit your application online and include your current CV.
EEO Statement
We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you require adjustments to support you during the hiring process, please let your recruiter know.
Closing Date and Reference
Closing Date: Thursday 28th May 2026. Job reference number: 338450.
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