Join Our Team as a Depot Manager!
Location: Lydney
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
About Carrier Rental Systems
As part of the global Carrier Corporation, Carrier Rental Systems operates around the clock, providing top-notch rental products to a diverse range of clients and industries across the UK and beyond. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and innovation.
About the Role
Are you ready to take the lead? As our Depot Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and fostering a vibrant team culture. Your mission will be to ensure the highest standards of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) while optimizing the availability and utilization of our rental assets. With your hands-on leadership style, you will motivate your team to achieve both safety and operational objectives.
Your Responsibilities
* Oversee the daily operations of the depot office and administration teams, including hire desk, contracts administration, and logistics.
* Engage with workshop operations and engineer management.
* Maintain accurate systems and records with a focus on data entry precision.
* Support and mentor office and administration teams through regular sessions.
* Ensure compliance with all Company Policies and Procedures, especially regarding EHS.
* Conduct regular team meetings and participate in weekly depot meetings.
* Champion exceptional customer service and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Collaborate closely with the wider depot network, service department, and sales teams.
* Address issues promptly and foster open communication for consistent problem resolution.
* Manage invoice dispute logs and ensure timely query resolution.
What We Offer
* Competitive base salary
* Company car
* 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
* Company pension scheme
* Access to our Benefits Central Platform, featuring employee rewards, recognition initiatives, and health and wellbeing resources.
What We’re Looking For
* Hands-on experience in a similar role, preferably within the service or rental industry.
* Proven leadership skills with experience managing teams of 30+ people.
* A strong commitment to HSE and operational excellence.
* Organized, proactive, and focused on process improvement.
* Self-motivated with the ability to inspire and lead effectively.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* A customer-focused mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
* Confidence, approachability, and adaptability to change.
Our Commitment to You
At Carrier, our greatest assets are our employees' expertise, creativity, and passion. We strive to create a workplace that attracts, develops, and retains top talent while promoting engagement and teamwork. We believe in diversity and inclusion as the driving forces behind growth and innovation. Join us in creating an environment where you feel you belong, and where your contributions truly matter.
Join us and make a difference!
Carrier is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,