Job Description
Depot Manager - Hull | £50,000-£55,000 + Bonus, Company Vehicle & Private Healthcare
Take the lead in a thriving operation in Hull with excellent benefits and genuine long-term career prospects.
We're recruiting for a Depot Manager to join a well-established equipment and materials handling business in Hull. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operational leader to take ownership of a busy depot, overseeing people, processes, fleet management, and customer service while driving performance across the site.
Why apply for this role?
You'll enjoy:
* Salary of £50,000-£55,000
* Performance-related bonus scheme
* Company vehicle and fuel card
* Private healthcare cover
* Health cash plan
* Life assurance cover
* Opportunity to lead an established operation in Hull
* A varied role with autonomy and responsibility
* Long-term career development within a growing business
Key Responsibilities:
As Depot Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the depot by:
* Overseeing daily depot operations and workflow
* Managing forklift fleet availability, servicing, and maintenance schedules
* Coordinating forklift deliveries, collections, and transportation
* Supervising workshop, service, and depot teams
* Planning and allocating resources to meet operational demands
* Tracking performance, costs, and productivity targets
* Maintaining accurate operational, maintenance, and inventory records
* Working closely with sales, service, and logistics teams
* Recruiting, training, and developing staff
* Driving continuous improvement in efficiency, service quality, and customer satisfaction
What we're looking for:
We're keen to speak with candidates who have:
* Experience within the forklift, plant, HGV, or powered access sectors
* A strong background as a manager within a depot, workshop, or operational environment
* Previous experience in a leadership role such as a service manager or similar
* Strong organisational and people management skills
* A focus on customer service, safety, and operational excellence
* The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
If you're looking for your next Depot Manager opportunity in Hull and want to join a business where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your career in Hull.
Job Number 936270 / INDPLANTLocation HullRole Depot Manager
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