Depot Manager

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in East Midlands is seeking a proactive Depot Manager to lead operational delivery of highway services. The successful candidate will manage a team focused on service excellence and community impact. Responsibilities include overseeing workforce planning, ensuring health and safety compliance, and coordinating resources for effective service delivery. This role offers significant benefits including flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave, and a local government pension scheme.

Benefits

Flexi Time Scheme

Generous Annual Leave Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Support Framework

Employee Wellbeing Support

Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Benefits and discounts package

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing highway maintenance or construction operations.
• Experience in winter service and workforce management.
• Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead depot operations and manage delivery of planned, reactive, and emergency works.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and environmental standards.
• Act as the local point of contact for residents and emergency services.

Skills

Leadership skills

Planning and scheduling

Stakeholder engagement

Knowledge of highways legislation

Education

Professional qualification in highways/construction

Job description

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Depot Manager to lead the operational delivery of highway services from one of our key depots. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for managing a diverse team of supervisors, operatives, and supply chain partners to deliver critical frontline services across a defined geographic area.

From winter maintenance and emergency response to resurfacing and drainage works, you’ll ensure that all activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You’ll foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, while supporting workforce development and succession planning.

As Depot Manager, you’ll be the operational face of the service for local communities, elected members, and stakeholders — ensuring that our works are well‑communicated, responsive, and aligned with strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead depot operations and manage the delivery of planned, reactive, and emergency works.
• Oversee workforce planning, training, and development to maintain a resilient team.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, environmental standards, and council policies.
• Coordinate resources, materials, and plant to maximise delivery efficiency.
• Act as the local point of contact for residents, councillors, and emergency services.
• Maintain readiness for winter service and emergency incidents.
• Support budget management and ensure value-for-money in depot operations.
• Promote sustainable construction practices and encourage innovation.

About You

• Proven experience in managing highway maintenance or construction operations.
• Strong leadership skills in depot or site‑based environments.
• Knowledge of highways legislation, safety protocols, and operational delivery.
• Excellent planning, scheduling, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Commitment to public service values, continuous improvement, and team development.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant professional qualification or extensive experience in highways/construction.
• Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) or equivalent.
• Experience in winter service, emergency response, and workforce management.

Desirable

• Membership of professional bodies (e.g. ICE, IHT).
• Traffic Management qualification.
• Experience with GIS tools, asset management systems, and ISO accreditations.

Support & Benefits

• Flexi Time Scheme: Up to two days flexi leave every four weeks (pro rata for part‑time employees), subject to service needs.
• Generous Annual Leave Scheme: Ensures a healthy work‑life balance.
• Local Government Pension Scheme: Provides financial security.
• Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in‑house counselling.
• Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app.
• Electric/Plug‑in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encourages environmentally friendly commuting options.
• Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits and discounts.

Apply Now

If you’re a decisive leader with a passion for frontline service delivery and community impact, we’d love to hear from you!

📅 Closing Date: Sunday 1st February 2026

To apply please click theApply Nowlink below.