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, we operate 24/7, 365 days a year, delivering top-notch rental products to a diverse range of clients and industries across the UK and beyond. Join us in making a difference!
About the Role
Are you ready to take the lead? As our Depot Manager, you will proactively manage the depot and inspire your team to achieve excellence in every aspect of our operations. Your mission will be to ensure the highest standards of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) while fostering a positive, high-performing team culture. You will be the driving force behind optimizing our rental assets and operational excellence.
Your Responsibilities
* Oversee the daily operations of the depot office and administration teams, including hire desk, contracts administration, logistics, and general administration.
* Engage with the workshop and manage engineering teams effectively.
* Maintain accurate systems and records with a focus on data entry precision.
* Support and mentor your office and administration teams through regular sessions.
* Ensure compliance with all Company Policies and Procedures, particularly in EHS.
* Conduct regular team meetings and participate in weekly depot meetings.
* Promote exceptional customer service and a culture of continuous improvement.
* Collaborate closely with the wider depot network, service department, and sales teams.
* Act swiftly to resolve issues and maintain open communication for consistent problem-solving.
* Manage invoice dispute logs and ensure timely resolution of queries.
* Adhere to all Quality and EHS directives, including PPE, Accident Reporting, and Safety Commitments.
What We Offer
* Competitive base salary
* Company car
* 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
* Company pension scheme
* Access to our Benefits Central Platform for employee rewards, recognition initiatives, and health and wellbeing resources.
What We’re Looking For
* Hands-on experience in a similar role, ideally 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 and modernization.
* Self-motivated with the ability to inspire and lead teams effectively.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage and influence.
* A customer-focused mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
* Confidence, approachability, and adaptability to embrace change and innovation.
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. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion fuels our growth and innovation. We offer enriching career opportunities, listen to employee feedback, and continuously challenge ourselves to improve. This is The Carrier Way.
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, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
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