Operations Supervisor (Yard & Operations)
Location: Clonshaugh, Dublin 17
Company: Nolan Coaches
Salary: €45,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 04:00 – 12:00 (Bank Holidays form part of the normal working week)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Join One of Ireland's Leading Coach Operators
Nolan Coaches is one of Ireland's leading privately owned coach and bus operators, delivering school transport, staff shuttle services, corporate transport, private hire, tourism, and public transport services throughout Ireland.
Due to our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor to join our team and oversee the daily morning deployment of our drivers and fleet.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills, excellent organisational ability, and a passion for delivering high-quality transport operations.
About the Role
Reporting to senior management, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient morning operation of our services, managing drivers, allocating vehicles, maintaining compliance, and ensuring our customers receive the reliable service Nolan Coaches is known for.
This is a hands-on operational role and may involve driving company vehicles from time to time to support operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the daily morning deployment of drivers and vehicles.
- Ensure all services depart safely and on time.
- Allocate spare drivers and manage driver absences.
- Monitor driver attendance and punctuality.
- Supervise driver sign-on procedures.
- Ensure all drivers complete walk-round safety inspections.
- Ensure Digital Tachograph Cards are correctly used.
- Monitor compliance with Drivers' Hours Regulations and company procedures.
- Liaise with drivers, maintenance staff, and management throughout the morning operation.
- Manage operational issues, breakdowns, and service disruptions.
- Complete daily operational reports and maintain accurate records.
- Ensure vehicle defects are reported and communicated promptly.
- Maintain high operational and customer service standards.
- Drive company vehicles where required to support operational needs.
Essential Requirements
Applicants must have:
- A valid Category D (Bus) Driving Licence.
- A valid Driver CPC Qualification Card.
- A valid Digital Tachograph Card.
- Previous experience in a transport, logistics, fleet, or operational supervisory role.
- Good knowledge of EU Drivers' Hours Regulations and Digital Tachograph legislation.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
- Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office and the ability to use transport management, fleet management, compliance, and operational software.
- The ability to work independently, prioritise workloads, and make effective decisions under pressure.
Desirable Experience
- Previous experience within the bus or coach industry.
- Experience supervising drivers and managing fleet operations.
- Knowledge of PSV legislation and transport compliance.
- Experience using transport management, rostering, and fleet management systems.
- Transport management qualifications would be an advantage.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of €45,000 per annum.
- Permanent full-time employment.
- Monday to Friday working pattern.
- Bank Holidays form part of the normal working week.
- Opportunity to join a well-established and growing transport company.
- Ongoing training and career development.
- Supportive management team.
- Opportunity to play a key leadership role within the business.
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday
- 04:00 – 12:00
- Bank Holidays form part of the normal working week
- Flexibility may be required to meet operational demands.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit:
- A current CV outlining your employment history, qualifications, licences, and relevant experience.
- A cover letter explaining why you are interested in joining Nolan Coaches and how your experience makes you the ideal candidate for this role.
Only candidates who meet the essential requirements will be considered for interview.
Pay: €45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have any experience ? If so how long ?
Licence/Certification:
- Full D Driving Licence (required)
- CPC Card (required)
- Tachograph Driver Card (preferred)
Work Location: In person
