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Resourcing Business Partner at Suttons Group Position: Depot Operations Manager @ Suttons International
Location: Widnes
The Role
Your primary responsibility will be to ensure all operations comply with Health and Safety legislation and company policies. You will be accountable for achieving the budgeted financial targets for both the Workshop and Wash Bay, expanding the customer base to grow third-party business in both areas, and driving continuous improvements in safety, quality, and financial performance
Key Accountabilities:
Safety Leadership
Lead by example to promote a strong safety culture
Drive safety performance improvements aligned with the safety improvement plan
Ensure all procedures are reviewed and updated in accordance with company policy
Ensure equipment inspections and testing comply with current legislation (e.g., LOLER)
Full Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibility for the Workshop and Wash Bay
Prepare and manage annual budgets
Deliver performance reports for Business Performance Reviews (BPR)
Customer & Business Development
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers
Expand the customer base and increase third-party business
Deliver outstanding customer service and engineering excellence
Conduct performance reviews with direct reports
Hold weekly team meetings to monitor progress and provide coaching
Manage attendance and conduct disciplinary meetings in line with company policy
Develop a capable emergency response team for on-site and roadside incidents
Lead or contribute to Technical Services projects and initiatives
Champion innovation and promote new ways of working
Engage actively with the Workshop and Wash Bay community
Required Experience and Skills
Proven leadership experience in a similar operational or technical environment
Strong commercial awareness and business acumen
Demonstrated expertise in workshop management and operations
Solid background in project and change management
Experience in budget creation and full P&L accountability
Track record of successful business development initiatives
ISOH Managing Safely certification
In-depth knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
Financial proficiency, including budget and cost control
Exceptional leadership, communication, and customer service capabilities
Experience in team development and performance management
Desired Experience and Skills
Awareness of handling dangerous goods
Experience in maintenance and repair of gas and liquid ISO tanks
NEBOSH General Certificate
Familiarity with LOLER and other applicable regulations
Experience in emergency response planning and execution
Health cover
Holiday allowance of 25 days plus Bank Holidays
Buy/sell holidays option
Free onsite parking
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and Health Support
Birthday off
Long-service rewards
Refer a Friend scheme
Various company discounts and perks
Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Management and Supply Chain
Industries Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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