Logistics Supervisor

J. Murphy & Sons Ltd

Location
Ollerton
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Distribution
Posted
9 October 2026
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Job description

Murphy is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 with a purpose to improve life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada and America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation; natural resources; energy and water. 

Headquartered in London, Murphy has a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities.

Murphy employs around 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, they work as ‘One Murphy’ - directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. Visit (url removed) or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X:

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As a Logistics supervisor, you will be a key member of our team, playing an integral part in the success of the business. We are looking for a highly organised, adaptable individual who thrives in a fast-paced ever-changing environment. The ideal candidate will be a natural communicator with a positive, proactive attitude, eager to contribute to the growth of the company and be part of our winning team.


A day in the life of a Murphy Logistics Supervisor

  • Management of a 15-vehicle fleet
  • Ensure that drivers comply with drivers’ hours and tachograph rules and with speed limits.
  • Ensure that vehicles are maintained, including PMIs and defects remedied
  • Management of vehicle and driver defects
  • Ensure all records are accurate and kept for a period of no less than 15 months.
  • Ensure compliance with ADR Regulations
  • Monitor the DVSA Operator Compliance Risk Score (OCRS) system
  • Investigate all road-side checks by DVSA
  • Utilise the company vehicle tracker system for the control of HGV Drivers.
  • Keep up to date with changes to transport legislation, attending relevant training as required.
  • Plan the development of HGV drivers through periodic driver CPC training.
  • Ensure reporting of Health & Safety incidents in line with Group expectations.


Still interested, does this sound like you?

  • Must have previous logistics experience
  • Possess extensive knowledge of transport regulations    
  • Experience within a construction/engineering or similar background would be beneficial
  • Literate and numerate with proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other office applications.    
  • Experience of managing people and developing talent.

Reference 225709619

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