Night Operations Manager

Location: Bristol RSC

Shift Pattern: Wed/Thur-Sat 2000-0800

Pay: 19.81 Night Shift Allowance Benefits

Are you an experienced commercially minded logistics leader with an open management style and a track record of driving operational excellence

We are seeking a Night Operations Manager to take full accountability for our Regional Service Centre (RSC) during the night shift spanning both Warehouse and Transport operations. Leading through a team of Team Managers Supervisors and Colleagues you will drive night-shift performance across safety service cost and productivity.

In this high-autonomy role you will champion a safe compliant and engaged environmentmanaging seasonal budgets optimising unit costs (CPU) ensuring transport regulatory compliance (O Licence) and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the site.

• Total RSC Accountability: Take full ownership of on-shift Warehouse and Transport operations to ensure site service productivity and financial targets are met.
• Budget & CPU Management: Assist in preparing seasonal budgets manage shift resources to control cost per unit (CPU) and explain reforecast variances.
• Cross-Functional Integration: Coordinate closely across warehouse transport and wider network teams to ensure smooth intake picking dispatch and delivery.

• H&S Leadership: Drive a zero-harm culture and maintain 100% compliance on Health & Safety and site housekeeping audits.
• Incident Management: Lead thorough accident investigations implement immediate corrective actions and conduct regular compliance floor walks.
• Transport Regulations: Ensure complete adherence to Operator (O) Licence requirements and transport legislation across night transport operations.

• Team Development: Line manage 5 Managers/Supervisors and 15 colleaguesconducting formal performance reviews return-to-works 1:1s and setting Personal Development Plans.
• Employee Relations: Manage first-stage HR procedures (investigations absence management disciplinaries and consultations) within a unionised environment.
• Engagement & Communication: Deliver daily shift briefings ensure thorough handovers and foster a Fun Fair and Rewarding culture that recognises and celebrates success.

• Commercial Logistics Experience: 3 years of commercial management experience in a fast-paced service-focused distribution environment.
• Dual-Operation Leadership: Proven experience managing both Warehouse and Transport operations with strong knowledge of O Licence regulations and pre-retail workflows.
• Financial & Analytical Acumen: Experience with CPU management budgeting productivity tracking tools and data analysis (advanced MS Excel/Office skills).
• Unionised Environment Leadership: Track record managing HR/employee relations and working constructively within unionised operational frameworks.
• Educational Background: National CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) desirable; GCSE Maths & English (Grade C/4 or above); Degree or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Personal Attributes: Resilient under pressure articulate persuasive communicator and an open coaching-focused leader.

• Competitive base salary with generous night shift premiums.
• Autonomy to shape shift strategy team development and operational continuous improvement.
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension scheme health support and staff discounts.
• Professional growth and senior leadership opportunities across our distribution network.
• Clothing allowance