Hills Waste Solutions – Assistant Depot Manager
Location: Bristol
Salary: £40,390.08 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Overview
We are looking for an Assistant Depot Manager to join our team in Bristol. This role is full‑time, permanent and offers a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package.
Responsibilities
* Ensure full compliance with all relevant legislation, including the Road Traffic Act, Environmental Protection Act and Health & Safety at Work Act.
* Plan and optimise vehicle routes to maximise efficiency and minimise unnecessary mileage.
* Monitor and manage driver performance to drive productivity, safety and operational excellence.
* Prepare and manage cost schedules to ensure the most cost‑effective disposal of waste across company‑owned and third‑party landfill sites.
* Take overall responsibility for the depot and daily operations in the absence of the Area Depot Manager.
* Organise and control the operation of the LGV fleet in the collection and disposal of waste to achieve driver and vehicle production targets.
Qualifications
Essential
* Previous experience running a depot in a managerial position.
* Knowledge of the transport industry.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and use of IT systems.
Desirable
* Transport Manager CPC certification.
* Previous experience in the waste industry.
Benefits
* Healthcare Cash Plan – dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions and free 24/7 remote GP for you and your family.
* Award‑Winning Online Wellbeing Hub – expert resources to support your mental, physical and financial wellbeing.
* 24/7 Support – confidential employee assistance programme helpline and up to 6 free counselling sessions every year.
* Family‑Friendly Benefits – enhanced maternity and paternity policies, plus life assurance.
* Generous Holiday Allowance – 25 days (rising to 28) with flexibility to buy or sell days via our employee self‑service mobile app.
* Good attendance credits – earn credits that can be traded in for more holiday days.
* Cycle‑to‑Work Scheme – save money, stay fit, go green.
* Exclusive Discounts – savings on shopping, dining, gyms, travel and entertainment.
* Career Development – access to ongoing training and development via our “Learning For All” platform.
* Volunteering – up to 2 paid volunteering days each year.
* Refer‑a‑Friend Bonus – cash rewards when you successfully refer a friend.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Hills is committed to providing an equitable workplace for all. We aim to ensure our workplaces are free from discrimination, and that our current and future colleagues are treated fairly and with dignity and respect.
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme. During the application process, you will have the option to apply under this scheme should you wish to do so.
We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen or shortlist applications; all applications are reviewed by our hiring team.
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