Garage Manager - M??ller Milk & Ingredients Distribution Northampton Depot
Lead the Team Behind the Fleet
We're looking for a proactive and experienced Garage Manager to join our Transport Department based at our Northampton Depot, also supporting Hoddesdon Depot (EN11 0DJ). This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong technical background and leadership skills to take charge of our Vehicle Maintenance Unit (VMU), ensuring our fleet is safe, compliant, and operating at peak performance.
* Location: Northampton Depot (NN9 6NY) - with regular travel to Hoddesdon Depot (EN11 0DJ)
* Contract: Full Time / Permanent
* Salary: Competitive (monthly paid)
* Hours: 40 hours per week
What You'll Be Doing
As Garage Manager, you will:
* Oversee the day-to-day operations of the workshop and team
* Manage workloads, repairs, and ensure cost-effective maintenance
* Drive a culture of preventative maintenance and continuous improvement
* Monitor VMU productivity and budget spend
* Lead and develop your team through coaching, reviews, and performance management
* Ensure compliance with legal, safety, and audit standards
* Liaise with customers and third-party suppliers on engineering issues
* Champion health and safety, leading investigations when needed
What We're Looking For
* Proven management experience in a workshop or fleet maintenance environment
* Strong technical qualifications (e.g. City & Guilds Part 1/2, apprentice-trained)
* Knowledge of the transportation and logistics industry
* Excellent planning, time management, and problem-solving skills
* Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Benefits
We value our people and offer a wide range of benefits:
* Up to 10% annual bonus
* 4 x Life Assurance policy
* Company Car
* Private Medical Insurance
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)
* Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Family Leave
* Enhanced Bereavement Leave
* Pension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%)
* Exclusive access to M??ller Rewards, offering a variety of online and in-store discounts
* Business Supplied IT Equipment
* Concessionary products
* Career Progression and Development Opportunities
* Free parking
Ready to lead a team that keeps our fleet moving?Apply now and take the next step in your career with M??ller.
Please note that applications will be reviewed week commencing 4th August.
Contact Details:
F.A.O. UK Recruitment, M??ller UK & Ireland, Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3SQ
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