Onsite Manager

Ipswich, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Alkaia is a fast growing courier company working in partnership with Amazon, the largest online retailer, to deliver the best last mile experience to its customers.

We work very hard at making sure that customers are left satisfied and delivery drivers we engage are happy.

At Alkaia we value growth and reward hard work. Safety is at the very heart of our operation.

If you're passionate about logistics and want to lead from the front, we'd love to hear from you. We are a family at Alkaia and everyone is valued and respected no matter your status.

Job description



We're looking for a confident and hands-on On-Site Manager to lead our day to day delivery operations. You'll be the heartbeat of the operation, ensuring safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction while building a great culture on site at Alkaia. This is a frontline leadership role responsible for supporting and managing a team of delivery associates, overseeing fleet usage and condition, improving performance standards.

Duties



Key Responsibilities



Team Leadership



Lead daily stand-ups with drivers, ensure shift readiness, brief on performance and safety goals

Provide coaching, support and engagement to build a loyal, and a high performing team

Monitor and act on driver metrics, identifying and improving underperformance proactively

Manage relationship with the station, delivery associates, business owner and external partners

Represent the company as a POC in any meetings or deliberations

Fleet Management



Monitor fleet condition, manage defects and damage reports, escalate Vehicle Off Road (VOR) cases

Ensure all vans are compliant with tax, MOT, and service schedules using internal fleet trackers

Work closely with the assistant on site manager to minimise downtime and maintain roadworthy vehicles

Operations Management



Rostering, capacity planning and on the road management

Ensure daily routes are launched effectively and successful load out of all delivery associates and routes are completed to agreed service levels

Work hand in hand with the assistant on-site manager to ensure a smooth daily operation of the business.

Address issues as they arise in real time (route delays, emergencies, handovers etc.)

Track and report on key KPIs to the business owner

Any other Ad Hoc duties as required by the business.

Requirements:



Have the right to work in the UK
Hold a current full UK or EU driving licence
One day weekend working required
Days required: - Sunday to Thursday working
Have no more than 6 penalty points on current Driving Licence
Be required to complete and pass a DBS check (cost covered by company)
Be responsible for own transportation to and from the Amazon Depot DIP1, Sproughton Road, Ipswich, IP1 5BL

Provide own safety shoes

Preffered but not essential:


Previous experience in logistics, fleet operations, or team leadership

Confident decision-maker who stays calm under pressure

Strong communicator who can lead briefings, handle escalations, and keep drivers motivated
Comfortable using Excel, dashboards, and compliance tools

Benefits:



Earning potential between 700.00 - 850.00 per week working 5days/week.

Weekly Performance Bonus
?A supportive, people-first culture with a strong local reputation
On-site Parking
Access to fully equipment canteen
Company car when required for daily operations

COVID-19 considerations:

Alkaia is an equal opportunities employer and we do not discriminate against age, gender, sexual orientation, race, culture or religion. We do not discriminate, period!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 700.00-850.00 per week

Benefits:

Canteen Company events Free parking On-site parking
Experience:

Driving: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Full UK or EU Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3336567
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Ipswich, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned