Looking for a reliable, hands-on Assistant Depot Supervisor to support our night operations in Tamworth

Assistant Depot Supervisor – Night Shift

The Role

Reporting to the Depot Supervisor/Director, you will help run the night shift smoothly and safely. You will supervise and work with a small team of 5 forklift drivers and 5 shed hands, ensuring the safe unloading and loading of linehauls within time schedules and strict processes.

Key responsibilities include:

- Supervising and directing the night team (forklift drivers and shed hands)
- Ensuring safe and efficient loading, unloading and yard movements
- Hitching and re-hitching B-double combinations
- Assisting in loading and unloading of freight
- Ensuring scanning processes completed in accordance with guidelines
- Responsible for pallet exchanges and documentation
- Preparation of paperwork and organising runs
- Maintaining good housekeeping and safety standards across the depot
- Supporting shift handovers and communicating issues to the day team




- Assisting with basic operational tasks and problem-solving during the night

About You

- Current B-double licence (essential)
- Competent forklift driver
- Confident and competent hitching and re-hitching B-double combinations
- Previous experience in a transport depot, yard or warehouse environment
- Ability to lead and motivate a small team
- Strong safety focus and practical problem-solving skills
- Reliable, calm under pressure and comfortable working nights
- Valuable communication skills

What’s on Offer

- A Negotiated Competitive salary
- Permanent full-time role
- Night shift work
- Supportive team environment in a busy regional transport depot
- Opportunity to step up and take real responsibility on the night shift

If you have a B-double licence, enjoy hands-on depot work, and want a responsible night role in Tamworth, we’d like to hear from you.

To apply, please send your resume and a short note outlining your relevant experience.

📌 Assistant Depot Supervisor - Night Shift (Tamworth)
🏢 General Freight Express
📍 Tamworth