Transport Team Leader

Build the future of food At NewCold, we’re shaping the future of the food supply chain. Our warehouses and transport network connect the world’s major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers.

Join a collaborative team of doers, innovators, and engineers who are dedicated to making a real impact. Together with advanced robotics and cutting-edge technology, we’re not just keeping up with the times —we’re pioneering smarter, more sustainable operations to keep the world’s food fresh and safe.

To support our rapid growth, we’re constantly looking for talented people to join our team. Want to be a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking environment? Join us!

Location: Wakefield Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off day shift (06:00 - 18:00) Salary: £35,000–£40,000 per annum, dependent on experience Overview We are seeking a proactive and confident Transport Team Leader to support the continued growth of our transport division. This position plays a central role in maintaining a compliant, efficient and time critical overnight transport operation within NewCold Transport Limited. The purpose of the role is to coordinate departures, manage live operational challenges, and ensure that service quality remains consistently high across all activities. Key Responsibilities -Monitor the Transport Management System to ensure timely vehicle departures and escalate any deviations that may impact service -Oversee factory collections, ensuring punctuality, accuracy and appropriate customer communication -Liaise with the fleet department to address vehicle defects and support follow up on repairs or substitutions -Maintain clear visibility of inbound estimated arrival times and trailer availability to support effective loading and dispatch -Produce structured, accurate and actionable handover reports for the incoming shift, ensuring operational continuity -Escalate significant operational or safety risks to Transport Supervisors or senior management in line with internal procedures -Ensure adherence to relevant legislation, including the EU Drivers Hours Regulations and the Working Time Directive -Support the management of people matters as directed, including involvement in disciplinary or investigatory meetings, ensuring compliance with UK employment law principles including ACAS Code of Practice on Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures and company policy Requirements -Transport Manager CPC Qualification -Minimum of 3 years experience within transport operations -Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader capacity -Strong working knowledge of EU Drivers Hours Regulations -Proficiency in using Transport Management Systems What We Offer -Enhanced pension contribution of 5%, helping you plan effectively for the future -Death in service benefit at 2x your annual salary, providing peace of mind for you and your family -Enhanced annual leave above the statutory minimum -Employee Assistance Programme through Help at Hand and Grocery Aid, including access to mental health support, financial guidance and a retail and grocery discounts scheme -Cycle to work scheme to support healthier and more sustainable commuting. -On-site canteen space -Complimentary on-site coffee machines -Free eye testing with a generous contribution towards glasses -Free on-site parking with excellent transport links -Career progression within a growing global business, including access to apprenticeship levy-funded development programmes -Supportive and professional working environment