Assistant Depot Manager

TieTalent; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent traffic management company located in Redditch is seeking an Assistant Depot Manager to oversee daily depot activities, enforce compliance, and ensure client KPIs are met. Key responsibilities include supervising operatives, conducting inspections, and managing team logistics. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and experience in traffic management, as well as proficiency in CAD. This role offers a competitive salary based on experience and a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• Full clean driving license required.
• Experience in reading and relaying Utility Drawings is necessary.
• Experience using CAD for TM drawings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all operatives to ensure a high standard of work is maintained.
• Conduct weekly Yard Checks to ensure depot compliance.
• Assist in staff recruitment, induction, training, and probation reviews.

Skills

Lantra 12A, B, C, D, 002, 010

Utility Drawings

CAD

Auditing Experience

Education

Relevant Training Qualifications

Tools

CAD

Job description

About

Description

As an Assistant Depot Manager, you will oversee all day-to-day activities in the depot liaising directly with the Depot Manager to ensure all client KPI’s are met and the depot functions in a profitable, safe manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all operatives to ensure a high standard of work is maintained
• Continuously update the Ops Board and Insphire to ensure all jobs are completed electronically
• Carry out Mod+ Form site-specific checks on site set-ups to ensure safety and compliance
• Perform daily checks on ‘Daily Vehicle Check’ forms & review ‘Weekly Gang Check’ forms every Monday for fleet compliance
• Complete log books for IPV & 7.5T vehicle activity
• Conduct weekly Yard Checks to ensure depot compliance with customer & GTM requirements
• Ensure monthly site audits per operative for LRQA compliance
• Maintain 24/7 call-out service via the Rota system and complete night handover emails
• Provide out-of-hours Duty Manager support as per rota and pass on weekend handovers
• Deliver team compliance briefs with the Depot Manager and contribute to team meetings
• Handle and return all ‘Speeding Forms’ and ‘Recharges’ weekly
• Coordinate with Depot Manager on kit levels
• Complete weekly ‘Damaged Plant Report’ and ‘Owned / Hired’ heads report
• Perform quarterly asset stock takes and manage inter-depot transfers and Bi-weekly Plant Sheets
• Assist in staff recruitment, induction, training, and probation reviews
• Manage disciplinary procedures with the Depot Manager
• Maintain good relationships with clients regarding site queries and support TM Operatives
• Check and submit timesheets weekly
• Resolve pay queries for operatives
• Manage team holiday diaries and update relevant systems
• Attend client site visits and complete site surveys
• Collaborate with Business Development & Commercial Teams on quotations
• Monitor jobs requiring subcontractor assistance and ensure proper application processing
• Review invoice runs with the Regional Back Office Manager
• Participate in weekly P&L calls to monitor depot performance
• Assist with CAD/site sketches and answer TMA queries
• Report HR issues and assist in their resolution
• Manage all ‘Events’ from start to finish, ensuring safety and standards

Experience And Qualifications

• Lantra 12A, B, C, D, 002, 010
• Preferably Lantra LTMO or TSCO
• Full clean driving license
• Experience reading and relaying Utility Drawings
• Experience using CAD for TM drawings
• Auditing experience or relevant training qualifications (advantage)

Salary And Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

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About Go Traffic Management

Serving since 2008, Go Traffic Management is one of the UK’s largest traffic management providers, operating from 22 regional depots with a team of 200 employees and a network of suppliers.

We pride ourselves on providing extensive, well-planned, and expertly delivered traffic management solutions, often exceeding client expectations and maintaining long-term relationships.

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Nice-to-have skills

• CAD

Location

• Redditch, England, United Kingdom

Work experience

• General Project Management

Languages

• English