Interim Depot Manager – Waste / Environmental Services
Southwest of England Based
Hybrid working (site-based with some flexibility, dependent on operational need)
Panoramic Associates is currently working with a Local Authority client in the Southwest to facilitate the appointment of an experienced Interim Depot Manager to lead day‑to‑day depot operations across frontline waste / environmental services. This role will focus on maintaining safe, compliant and high‑performing operational delivery, with strong oversight of people management, fleet, H&S and service standards.
Responsibilities of the Role
* Lead the daily running of the depot to ensure operational continuity across waste / street scene services.
* Manage supervisors and operational teams, ensuring productivity, performance, and employee engagement.
* Ensure depot compliance across Health & Safety, risk assessments, accident reporting and safe systems of work.
* Oversee fleet and plant management, including daily checks, defect reporting, maintenance coordination, and contractor liaison.
* Support service delivery performance (missed collections, rounds optimisation, depot KPIs) and drive continuous improvement.
* Manage depot resources effectively including staffing, rotas, absence management, and agency usage where applicable.
* Handle operational issues, escalations and customer‑impacting incidents with a calm, solutions‑focused approach.
* Work closely with internal stakeholders and external contractors to maintain service standards and resolve operational challenges.
To be successful in the role you will have:
* Proven experience managing a waste / environmental services depot within a Local Authority or comparable setting.
* Strong people leadership experience across operational teams (including performance management and absence management).
* Up‑to‑date working knowledge of H&S compliance in an operational environment (e.g., RAMS, incident investigations, toolbox talks).
* Experience overseeing fleet/plant operations and working with maintenance providers and contractors.
* Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑demand operational service.
Next Steps
This role is an initial 3-6‑month contract with likely extension and is Inside IR35. The role will require a strong on‑site presence due to operational needs (hybrid flexibility may be available depending on the council’s requirements).
Interviews will be taking place in the next couple of weeks – if you are interested in knowing more, apply today or contact Rashani Johnson @ Panoramic Associates.
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