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Transport Shift Lead - Nights

Job details
Posting date: 18 May 2026
Salary: Not specified
Additional salary information: £43000-43000 per annum
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 17 June 2026
Location: Skelmersdale Depot, WN8 8DZ
Company: Müller UK & Ireland
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 102027-44186025

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Summary

Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller which employs over 24,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from more than 1,700 British farmers. The Müller brand is ranked at No.7 in The Grocer’s Top 100 list of Britain’s Biggest Brands, and is also the 7th most chosen brand in the UK.
We’re looking for a motivated and experienced Transport Shift Lead to join our team at the Muller Skelmersdale Depot. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead by example, coach and develop your team, and drive continuous improvement across our transport operations.

- Contract: Full Time / Permanent
- Shift Pattern: – 4 on
- 4 off (Night Shift 18:00 – 06:00)
- Location: Skelmersdale Depot. (WN8 8DZ )
- Salary: Competative

Transport Shift Lead Responsibilities
- Lead your team to deliver OGSM (Objectives, Goals, Strategies, Measures) targets.
- Drive operational excellence through KPI management, DOR (Daily Operations Review), and performance coaching.
- Manage people effectively, including performance reviews, development plans, and employee relations.
- Champion health and safety, leading investigations and promoting a strong safety culture.
- Ensure legal and audit compliance across shift operations.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to improve business performance.
- Act as the escalation point for farm services issues.
- Promote and embed MMID behaviours and succession planning.
- Lead in meeting the criteria for DTAS best practices

What you bring to the role;
- Proven experience in a transport or logistics leadership role.
- Strong leadership skills with a passion for coaching and team development.
- A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Solid understanding of inbound operations
- Desirable: CPC in Transport Management

Transport Shift Lead Benefits;
We believe great work deserves great rewards. In return for your dedication and leadership, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance
- Up to 10% annual bonus
- 4 x Life Assurance policy
- Private Medical Insurance
- 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave
- Enhanced Bereavement Leave
- Pension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%)
- Exclusive access to Müller Rewards – 800+ online and in-store discounts
- Business Supplied IT Equipment
- Concessionary products
- Career Progression and Development Opportunities
- Free onsite secured parking

Application Process
If you're passionate about transport operations and ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, we’d love to hear from you.

At Müller, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage people to apply even if they don’t meet every requirement listed. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know
- we’re happy to support you.
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