[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Deutsche Post jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/deutsche-post/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Deutsche Post · Derby, United Kingdom # Transport First Line Manager Derby, United Kingdom Manager or lead Supply Chain & Logistics Listed on Deutsche Post’s official careers site. Posted October 15, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Deutsche Post’s careers site →](https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/job/DPDHGLOBAL44663ENGLOBALEXTERNALEARCU/Transport-First-Line-Manager) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Deutsche Post](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/deutsche-post/) / Transport First Line Manager ## Job description ### Pay Rate £34,700 Grade: RCS N Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time) ### Shift patterns Working 4 on, 4 off, 6am-6pm Location: East Midlands Gateway - Derby We are looking for a Transport First Line Manager to join our busy transport operation. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and proactive leader who can inspire their team, drive performance, and ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of transport services. Working within a fast-paced logistics environment, you will be responsible for managing daily transport operations, leading a team of drivers and transport colleagues, and ensuring service levels are consistently achieved while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance. ✅ WHAT YOU'LL DO Managing the day-to-day transport operation to deliver excellent customer service and operational performance Leading, coaching and developing a team of drivers and transport colleagues to achieve their full potential Monitoring fleet utilisation, route performance, and driver compliance Ensuring all transport activities are carried out safely and in line with company policies and legal requirements Conducting driver briefings, debriefs, investigations, and performance reviews Managing resource planning, absence management, and employee engagement activities Promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence Maintaining accurate transport records and ensuring compliance with driver hours, Working Time Directive, and vehicle legislation ✅ WHAT YOU'LL BRING Previous experience within a transport, logistics, or distribution environment - Proven leadership experience managing operational teams - Strong knowledge of transport operations and compliance requirements - Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment - Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and transport management systems ✅ WHY JOIN US? Discretionary bonus based on performance We're happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice Visit [https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain](https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain) to learn more ✅ WHO WE ARE ​We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more. ✅ BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day. As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs. #UKIDSCTM ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 15, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 20, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 5 days - Location: Derby, United Kingdom[Apply on Deutsche Post’s careers site →](https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/job/DPDHGLOBAL44663ENGLOBALEXTERNALEARCU/Transport-First-Line-Manager) ## More jobs at Deutsche Post ### [(Warehouse Operative) Order Distributor HMP Gartree](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/deutsche-post/jobs/6a6a88b30e618ea96990/) Oakham, United Kingdom ### [(Warehouse Operative) Order Distributor HMP Leicester](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/deutsche-post/jobs/21f1c82f3d687442ccb3/) Oakham, United Kingdom ### [(Warehouse Operative) Team Leader HMP Stocken](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/deutsche-post/jobs/f855185b55d4d4b06938/) Oakham, United Kingdom ### [(Warehouse Operative) Team Leader-HMP Bullingdon](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/deutsche-post/jobs/eb6084e1fd1159ba9577/) Bicester, United Kingdom ### [(Warehouse Operative)-Team Leader-HMP Berwyn](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/deutsche-post/jobs/51fab86a3990d1200500/) Wrexham, United Kingdom ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [First Line Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/genuine-parts/jobs/2acb128e6bb42d681de2/) Genuine Parts · Rotherham, England ### [First Line Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nestle/jobs/9cd52f2166862e841c05/) Nestlé · Batu Tiga, MY ### [First Line Manager (Days and Afters)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/genuine-parts/jobs/c0466692f0ba43d613e3/) Genuine Parts · Rotherham, England ### [Schichtleiter / Gruppenleiter Logistik / First Line Manager (m/w/d)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/tjx-cos/jobs/b4a643d8a0818fb32a85/) TJX Cos · Bergheim, North Rhine-Westphalia ### [First Line Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nestle/jobs/d646c4cd65781667711e/) Nestlé · Chembong, MY [Supply Chain & Logistics jobs](/functions/supply-chain-logistics/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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