We are delighted to be supporting our client in the recruitment of a Warehouse Shift Manager. This is a key operational role, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the warehouse during assigned shifts. The successful candidate will lead a team of Warehouse Team Leaders and operational staff, ensuring the efficient, accurate and safe receipt, storage and dispatch of goods while maintaining high standards of productivity and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise warehouse operations to ensure excellent service delivery to all customers.
Professionally manage and support all staff under your supervision, ensuring adherence to company and departmental procedures.
Guide and assist Team Leaders with their daily responsibilities.
Liaise with customers and final-mile providers as required, ensuring timely updates and smooth operations throughout each shift.
Ensure compliance with relevant processes, including customer and UKBF procedures.
Maintain a cost-effective shift operation, minimising overtime and lieu hours.
Ensure trucks are released in line with departmental procedures.
Identify improvement opportunities, highlight training needs, and report these to management.
Ensure timely completion of staff timesheets and appropriate allocation of breaks.
Oversee visitor management within the warehouse facility.
Ensure safe and compliant use of all vehicles, equipment and manpower, including pre-use checks.
Confirm staff are fully trained for all tasks and equipment they use.
Prepare the warehouse to receive incoming flights and maintain high standards of housekeeping post-breakdown.
Work collaboratively with other operational managers to allocate manpower effectively.
Communicate with departments such as Ground Handling, Cargo Services, Aviation Services and Motor Transport to support a smooth operation.
Manage weekly staff rosters, including annual leave, time in lieu and banked hours.
Cascade changes to procedures and distribute relevant memos to staff.
Conduct annual performance reviews for team members.
Ensure all incident and accident reporting is completed in line with company procedures.
Oversee refuelling and charging of vehicles and equipment.
Report and document any damages or shortages identified during unloading.
Ensure safe handling and disposal of waste materials.
Comply with all Health & Safety responsibilities and warehouse operational processes.
Complete process and procedure documentation as required.
Carry out workplace and security inspections.
Undertake departmental risk assessment reviews.
Act as a trained First Aider within the department.

Safety, Security and Compliance

Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all safety and security responsibilities relevant to the operation.
Promote a safe working environment, reducing incidents and accidents through proactive management.
Investigate incidents in line with company policy and implement preventative measures.
Promote data protection awareness and ensure compliant handling of personal data.

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