Driver Team Leader- Hygiene Operations Driver Team Leader role plays a pivotal role within the hygiene operation, responsible for guiding a team of colleagues to achieve their regions collective goals and service levels. They serve as a bridge between frontline colleagues and depot management ensuring effective communication and implementation of company strategies and objectives.Here's what you get with phs….

• A salary of £24,500+ OTE £27,000
• 23 days annual holiday + bank holidays
• Great career development opportunities
• A range of other benefits such as pension, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, life assurance, discount on household consumables and variety of retailers

The job …

• Experienced in leading a small team of driver colleagues, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to ensure high levels of performance and productivity.
• Implement ongoing training initiatives to keep team members updated on new products, customer requirements, best practices, and company policies.
• Take ownership of the team's area, overseeing day-to-day operations, resolving issues, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the recruitment of new drivers, including sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, completing observation days, and onboarding new team members.
• To respond to urgent customer requests as directed by the scheduling team or management team.This may sometimes involve working extra hours.
• Conduct comprehensive induction training for new team members, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in their roles.
• Feedback on performance including knowledge attitude and skill to individuals and management.

Essential requirement…

• Previous training/coaching experience desirable
• Excellent Service Delivery and Driving skills.
• Able to work effectively with Managers, Drivers, HR, L&D and Health and Safety Teams
• To abide by and communicate/demonstrate Health and Safety regulations and COSHH, including always wearing appropriate protective clothing.
• Demonstrates resilience and ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Full UK manual Driving License for a minimum of 12 months (Subject to insurance requirements), with a maximum of 6 points.
• The successful candidate will need to meet the requirements of an enhanced DBS check.
• Due to the nature of waste we handle and the customers we service, its mandatory drivers are to have vaccinations against Hepatitis B, tetanus/polio

At phs, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination.