What does a transport supervisor do?
Would you like a job where you can show your organisation skills?
Do you have great interpersonal skills?
A transport supervisor works on behalf of customers to ensure that their goods are transported safely and efficiently. A transport supervisoris responsible for a number of tasks:
- ensuring that the vehicles required have drivers
- checking that all paperwork and procedures are completed correctly
- liaising and negotiating with the workshop to ensure all the trucks are serviced
- organising shifts to make sure there are enough drivers
- managing movements for a fleet of vehicles
- controlling costs within budgetary constraints
- co-ordinating bookings and record keeping.
Transport supervisors need to communicate with a range of people
to make sure that cargo is delivered on time and safely.
These people can include:
- customers, sales staff, maintenance staff or contractors, and company management
- drivers
- warehouse staff
- fleet controllers who look after vehicle maintenance and movements.
CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS & CHALLENGES
Achievements & highlights
This is a role that is constantly evolving and where everyday is different. Almost every day there is something new to experience or learn. These experiences can include meeting new customers, learning about new products, changes in customs and AQIS requirements, introducing new equipment, and incorporating new safety procedures into work practices.
Challenges
The most frustrating part is the problems that arise when delays or operational difficulties occur along the transport supply network. This is when good organisational skills are needed to find solutions.