Depot ManagerLocation: SunderlandSalary: £50,000-£55,000 Monday to FridayHours: 07:00-16:00, Monday to FridayReference: DBYMAN-SUNAre you an experienced yard or recycling professional looking for the next step in your career?Do you take pride in running an operation as if it were your own – driving performance, improving culture, and delivering results?Aspion Search is proud to be partnering with a UK-leading metal recycling business seeking a Depot Manager to take ownership of their Sunderland operation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is commercially aware, operationally strong, and passionate about leading people in a fast-moving, safety-critical environment.Key ResponsibilitiesTake full ownership of yard operations, driving performance, efficiency, and safety.Manage and maintain accurate stock records – overseeing all incoming and outgoing materials.Ensure quality control of materials throughout processing and dispatch.Oversee logistics and transport, ensuring smooth movement of materials.Maintain high standards of site security, housekeeping, and compliance.Support Health & Safety and Environmental initiatives within your area, working closely with the site H&S advisor.Understand and contribute to P&L performance, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.Lead, motivate, and develop a small team – building a positive culture and improving retention.Work closely with head office (Cardiff) on operational systems, reporting, and business performance.RequirementsMust-HavesProven experience within the metal recycling or scrap industry.Strong leadership and people management skills.A proactive, self-motivated attitude – able to make decisions and drive change independently.Good IT literacy with the ability to use operational or yard management systems.Commercially minded with an interest in understanding financial performance.DesirableWAMITAB certification (or willingness to work towards it).Relevant tickets or licences for yard machinery or plant.Experience managing or supervising in a high-volume recycling environment.H&S or Environmental management awareness.BenefitsCompetitive salary and company benefitsAutonomy to shape and develop your yard operationCareer progression within well established industry leaderSupport from a strong head office and leadership team25 days annual leave + Bank HolidayCompany pensionHealthcare benefitsTo Contact Direct:Daniel BarnettSenior Executive Consultant0151 209 2050daniel.barnett@aspion.co.ukAt Aspion, our core values are built around transparency, innovation, passion, and collaboration. We are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. Please visit our website to view our latest GDPR and data protection policies.