Assistant Depot Manager - Maternity Cover - 12 months

Driver Hire Borders; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading crane hire company is seeking an Assistant Depot Manager to cover a maternity leave for 12 months. The successful candidate will manage depot resources and improve operational efficiency while delivering exceptional customer service. Key responsibilities include driving growth, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining high standards in service delivery.

Benefits

Company car / car allowance

Bi-Annual retention bonus (£3000)

24 days annual leave

Holiday purchase option

Group life assurance (3 x basic salary)

Pension scheme

Online access to payslips

Access to benefits platform

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year management experience in a commercial business.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Good transport/logistics knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Driving business growth by ensuring depot profitability.
• Building strong customer relationships.
• Leading by example and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Skills

IT literate

Ability to influence

Good time management

Leadership

Conflict management

Job description

Assistant Depot Manager - Maternity Cover Contract - 12 months

Feltham, West London

Full time, Permanent

Ainscough Crane Hire in West London have a rare opportunity for an Assistant Depot Manager to join their busy team, on a maternity cover contract for 12 months. You will assist the Depot Manager in achieving company objectives by managing the depot resource in an efficient and cost-effective manner whilst providing the highest level of customer service.

This position is not just about keeping things running smoothly—it’s about continuously improving processes, optimising performance, and ensuring the depot operates at its full potential.

Benefits for an Assistant Depot Manager

• Company car / car allowance
• Bi-Annual retention bonus (worth £3k)
• 24 days annual leave plus 2 additional days at 2 years’ service and 1 day at 5 years’, 10 years’ and 20 years ‘service.
• Holiday purchase, the option to buy an additional 5 days each year (via salary sacrifice)
• Group life assurance 3 x basic salary
• Pension 4% employer 5% employees
• Online access to payslips, book and view holidays and personal info
• Access to the Ainscough Advantage (People Value) benefits platform

Ainscough Crane Hire are the UKs leading crane company.

Based across 30 locations, our dedicated team of experts are passionate about delivering projects on time, to budget and, most importantly, to the highest possible standard of safety. Our industry-recognised Make the Safe Choice ethos is at our core and underpins every single thing we do, from contract lifts and crane hire to specialist projects for customers.

Our reputation as a market leader is not just a result of our expansive fleet and comprehensive network of locations across the UK, but is also derived from the workplace culture that allows our team to perform their duties with passion and pride.

Job Purpose/Objectives of an Assistant Depot Manager

As an essential support to the Depot Manager, this role is focused on driving efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and operational excellence within the depot. By strategically managing resources, ensuring seamless co-ordination, and upholding company policies, it plays a key part in achieving business objectives. A strong emphasis is placed on delivering exceptional customer service, fostering a positive experience for customers while maintaining the highest standards of health and safety.

Key Responsibilities of an Assistant Depot Manager

• Driving business growth by ensuring the depot remains profitable, hitting both sales and profit targets.
• Building and maintaining strong customer relationships to deliver top-tier service and satisfaction.
• Upholding and enforcing all quality standards and procedures to maintain excellence in operations.
• Prioritising safety by ensuring all depot activities comply with required safety standards.
• Leading by example, ensuring all depot staff understand and follow the company’s health & safety policies.
• Overseeing vehicle maintenance and certification, ensuring all equipment meets legal requirements and remains available for hire.
• Implementing and upholding company policies and procedures, ensuring smooth administration and compliance.
• Managing and motivating depot staff, overseeing timekeeping, professionalism, and workplace presentation.
• Demonstrating strong leadership to inspire and guide employees towards excellence.
• Ensuring fair and consistent application of the company’s disciplinary and grievance procedures, working closely with HR.
• Continuously seeking ways to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, driving ongoing improvements in the role.

Person Specification

• Minimum 1 years' management experience in a commercial business
• People management and health & safety management
• Local geographical knowledge
• Good transport / logistics knowledge
• Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of working within a time critical service environment
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation
• Available for 'on call' situations

Skills

• IT literate – comfortable using systems Excel/Word/PowerPoint
• Ability to influence, persuade and have flexibility.
• Ability to deal with conflict and negotiate / manage the appropriate outcome.
• Good time management skills
• Organised with the ability to simplify complex issues
• Able to communicate at all levels, both in verbal & written form.

Make the Safe Choice. Join Our Team.