Job Description
Depot Manager – Commercial Vehicle & Trailer Rental Solutions
Location: Felixstowe
Hours: Full-time Mon–Fri: 8am–6pm (1hr lunch) 1 in 3 Saturdays: 8am–12pm)
Progression: Excellent career development opportunities
Are you ready to take the wheel of a thriving depot and lead from the front?
Our client is a long-established and highly respected provider of commercial vehicle and trailer rentals, supporting logistics and haulage businesses nationwide with tailored, flexible solutions. Renowned for their top-tier customer service and reliability, they’re seeking a hands-on Depot Manager who combines strong operational skills with a flair for business development.
What You’ll Be Doing:
This is a dynamic, all-round leadership role where no two days are the same. You’ll be the engine behind a busy depot, ensuring smooth operations while growing business relationships and keeping compliance, service and efficiency on track.
Depot & Fleet Operations
* Oversee the day-to-day running of a fast-paced depot
* Ensure vehicles are maintained to the highest standard and all fleet compliance is up to date
* Manage workshop schedules, maintenance planning and equipment readiness
* Business Development & Customer Experience
* Drive sales activity and build strong client relationships
* Provide accurate quotations and tailored rental solutions
* Respond to customer queries quickly and professionally
* Team Leadership & H&S
* Lead, recruit, and develop depot staff
* Ensure training, health & safety, and performance standards are consistently high
* Motivate your team to deliver exceptional service every time
What We’re Looking For:
You’ll be a self-starter, problem-solver, and people person. Commercial vehicle rental experience is a must, as well as a solid grounding in both operations and sales.
* Proven background in depot, fleet or rental operations
* Strong leadership and communication skills
* Passion for delivering exceptional customer service
* Knowledge of compliance, health & safety and workshop processes
* Ability to juggle priorities in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
Why Join?
This is more than just a depot role — it’s a chance to lead a critical business function and make a measurable impact in a growing company. You'll have autonomy, support, and a platform to truly grow your career.