Overview
Join to apply for the Depot Manager Training Programme – Construction Equipment Hire – Croydon, UK role at The Hireman. The Hireman is a growing, independent tool hire company serving professional contractors across London, the Home Counties, and beyond. This programme provides support, coaching, and hands-on training to equip you with the skills and experience needed to take on full responsibility for running a depot and progress to a Depot Manager role.
We have two opportunities available: one at our South depot in Croydon and the other at our Kent depot in Rochester. This is a depot-based opportunity to join our Depot Management Training Programme.
If you’re ambitious, committed, and ready to take the next step in your career, we’d like to hear from you.
During The Programme You Will Learn To
* Monitor depot performance through the P&L, while maintaining high levels of service and quality.
* Develop leadership skills to motivate and manage a depot team.
* Gain hands-on experience in operational efficiency across hire desk, drivers, and yard/warehouse.
* Understand stock, fleet, and workshop management to maximise availability.
* Uphold a safe, clean, and lean working environment, ensuring compliance with HAE SafeHire and FORS Silver certifications.
* Support business development by working closely with the sales team to identify new business opportunities and nurture customer relationships.
* Build strong working relationships with the depot manager network and the wider team.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven track record in a depot or branch (tool, plant or access industry, construction supply, or logistics preferred).
* A solid work history showing commitment, integrity, and progression.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, confident liaising with customers, colleagues, and suppliers.
* Customer-focused, with the ability to build long-term relationships.
* Strong IT skills and attention to detail.
* A forward-thinking mindset – interested in technology, automation, and finding efficiencies through innovation and AI.
* A positive attitude, problem-solving mindset, and a good sense of humour.
* A team player who enjoys collaborative work.
* A desire to learn, grow, and progress within a company that values development and ambition.
What’s On Offer
* A management training programme tailored to fast-track you into a depot manager role.
* Mentoring and on-the-job experience across all areas of depot operations.
* Career progression within a supportive, growing business.
* The chance to join a passionate team dedicated to service, safety, and operational excellence.
* Excellent salary (negotiable depending on experience).
* Enhanced contributory Workplace Pension.
* Health Cash Plan with virtual GP service.
* Working hours 30am – 5pm Monday to Friday.
* 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays).
* Free tool hire for personal use and staff discount on purchases.
* Fresh fruit, snacks, and drinks in our depots.
* Regular social events and company parties.
* A Christmas turkey (or alternative seasonal gift).
Note: This description reflects the responsibilities and requirements for the Depot Manager Training Programme and is not a guarantee of employment beyond successful programme completion.
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