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Job Summary:

Reporting to the Unit Duty Manager, The Team Leader Transport will support the Duty Manager in managing the daily operation, taking ownership and accountability for meeting operational objectives and targets while acting as a role model for gategroup company values.

What will life in the gategroup Team look like for you.

Inhouse training and development 18.14 per hour + over time benefits 0400-1600 (3 on 3 off) Complimentary meals & beverages Free Uniform Company sick pay Free on-site parking Paid Holiday Pension scheme to help you save for your future Bespoke employee support program, including free counselling sessions Refer a friend scheme with generous bonuses for each successful referral Access to a great discount platform, saving you money on everyday purchases and so much more Cycle to work

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Accountable for all aspects of the business of the unit Assign teams and vehicles to flight activity (allocation) and maintain contact with teams via phone to manage their movements and completion of flights servicing against the daily plan and to events on the airport. Prioritise and adjust activities accordingly to ensure the on time serving of all flights. Plan the teams (air side food uplifts) and the flights where coverage required. Carry out a handover to the daytime (bond) team leader with relevant information. Performance monitor team members daily and escalate concerns to Duty Manager. Plan and manage the team's output to ensure delivery of business, section and customer targets. Ensure shift briefings, capture of key information and display / report relevant KPI's. Attend/conduct daily operational meetings/briefings. Present accurate information & data as reqd. Resolve conflict/provide solutions by exercising high levels of influencing, negotiation and communication skills Ability to cover a 7-day operation.

Qualifications

Education:

Educated to HND preferred and/or relevant work experience-based qualifications.

Requirements of the Team Leader:

Valid clean HGV CAT C Driving Licence (up to 3 points will be considered) Digital Tachograph knowledge and possession of a digital tachograph card Driver CPC qualification essential Previous HGV experience desirable, Airport Airside Driving would be an advantage Knowledge of the Road Traffic Ac

Work Experience:

Previous supervisory experience of managing a busy, dynamic unit in a production/manufacturing or food environment Knowledge of Food hygiene, security, H&S preferred Proven track record of taking accountability in their work environment for decisions, projects and activities Demonstrable evidence of understanding and implementing continuous improvement activities Proven track record with managing difficult situations and clients.

About the company:

Gate Gourmet is the world's largest independent provider of catering services for airlines and are the core business behind gategroup, whose eleven associated brands offer customers a comprehensive scope of products and services for virtually any on-board need. We provide more than 200 million meals a year to our 270-plus customers at some 120 airport locations around the globe.



In addition, over the last few years the company has diversified its Catering investment into other areas like Cloud Kitchens, Catering for Rail transport providers, providing 5 Star gourmet experiences through the Uqonic Chefs and other non-aviation catering ventures.

All successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK, undertake a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and provide 5 years referencing history.

Initial training will be held at Glasgow unit.