Compound Manager - Killingholme

Groupe CAT company; Immingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Groupe CAT company in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Compound Manager for the Killingholme Compound to lead vehicle processing, inventory, and safety compliance.

You will manage multi-skilled operatives, drive KPIs, plan staffing, and build strong relationships with customers and suppliers. This role offers a path to develop leadership within a large, established group and a proactive, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in compound management, vehicle distribution, logistics, or a similar operational environment.
• Proven track-record of leading large teams and delivering operational performance in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong planning, organisational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Solid knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, including risk assessments and safe systems of work (SSoW).
• Experience managing compliance, quality standards, ISO 9001 procedures, and internal/customer audits.
• Confident communicator, able to engage, influence, and motivate teams and stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily inbound and outbound vehicle operations, ensuring efficient processing and on-time dispatch.
• Manage compound teams to deliver customer requirements, operational targets, and KPIs.
• Plan resources and staffing levels to meet changing business demands.
• Maintain accurate vehicle inventory and compound records.
• Ensure vehicles are prepared and available for carrier collection within agreed timescales.
• Coordinate Health & Safety activities across the compound, including risk assessments, safe systems of work, accident investigations, and safety audits.
• Conduct compound and quality audits to ensure compliance with company standards and procedures.
• Monitor, analyse, and report operational, safety, and quality performance data.
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Coach and develop Team Leaders and Operatives to drive performance, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Compound management

Team leadership

Operations planning

Health & Safety

ISO 9001 audits

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Job description

GIVE YOUR CAREER A BOOST!

Joining our teams means becoming part of a dynamic, innovative and rapidly evolving environment, where everyone has the opportunity to grow, express themselves and make a difference.

Whether you’re just starting out or an experienced professional, we offer a collaborative environment, varied roles and real opportunities for career progression.

Good news: our Killingholme Compound is recruiting for a Compound Manager

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY ROLE

Lead compound operations to ensure vehicles are processed, maintained, and available to meet customer requirements. Manage Multi-Skilled Operatives, drive KPI performance, oversee staffing levels, and ensure vehicle checks and stock controls are completed accurately and on time.

Your main responsibilities:

• Lead daily inbound and outbound vehicle operations, ensuring efficient processing and on‑time dispatch.

• Manage compound teams to deliver customer requirements, operational targets, and KPIs.

• Plan resources and staffing levels to meet changing business demands.

• Maintain accurate vehicle inventory and compound records.

• Ensure vehicles are prepared and available for carrier collection within agreed timescales.

• Coordinate Health & Safety activities across the compound, including risk assessments, safe systems of work, accident investigations, and safety audits.

• Conduct compound and quality audits to ensure compliance with company standards and procedures.

• Monitor, analyse, and report operational, safety, and quality performance data.

• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

• Coach and develop Team Leaders and Operatives to drive performance, engagement, and continuous improvement.

YOUR PROFILE:

Experience & skills

• 5+ years’ experience in compound management, vehicle distribution, logistics, or a similar operational environment.

• Proven track‑record of leading large teams and delivering operational performance in a fast‑paced setting.

• Strong planning, organisational, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.

• Solid knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, including risk assessments and safe systems of work (SSoW).

• Experience managing compliance, quality standards, ISO 9001 procedures, and internal/customer audits.

• Confident communicator, able to engage, influence, and motivate teams and stakeholders at all levels.

Interpersonal skills

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

• Results‑driven with a focus on continuous improvement.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Confident influencer who builds effective relationships at all levels.

• Highly organised with strong planning and prioritisation skills.

• Detail‑oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.

• Proactive, collaborative, and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment.

If you’re passionate about leading teams, driving operational excellence, and delivering outstanding customer service, we’d love to hear from you.

Why join us?

• The opportunity to develop within a structured and stable organisation, offering robust processes whilst encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.

• Work in a friendly, collaborative environment where mutual support is central to professional relationships.

• Benefit from opportunities for professional development and skills enhancement within a large, well‑established group.

READY FOR THE CHALLENGE?

Join us and let’s hit the road together!