Depot Manager

Cater shaw Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics recruitment company is seeking a Depot Manager for their Yorkshire operations. This full-time role focuses on optimizing depot activities with an emphasis on container control and operational efficiency. The Depot Manager will lead a team, ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and drive strategies for productivity enhancement. The salary ranges from £40,000-£50,000 plus car allowance, reflecting the importance of this leadership position in a busy depot environment.

Benefits

Car allowance

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills for managing teams in a depot environment.
• Experience in container management and logistics operations.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and practices.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of container allocation, tracking, and yard operations.
• Manage driver compliance, including inductions, assessments, and ongoing performance.
• Oversee equipment servicing and maintenance schedules.

Skills

Container Management

Driver Compliance Management

Team Leadership

Operational Efficiency

Health & Safety Practices

Job description

Job Title: Depot Manager - Yorkshire

Full Time

Salary: £40,000-£50,000 plus car allowance

Working Hours: 10 hours per day between the hours of 6 am-6 pm based on the needs of the business.

Lead and optimise daily depot activities with a strong focus on container control. This role ensures operational efficiency, compliance, and safety across the depot.

Key Responsibilities

• Container Management: Take ownership of container allocation, tracking, and yard operations
• Driver Oversight: Manage driver compliance, including inductions, assessments, and ongoing performance
• Team Leadership: Management of drivers, yard staff, and container control personnel
• Container Repairs: Accountability and supervision of container repair process
• Operational Efficiency: Develop and implement strategies that streamline depot processes and improve productivity
• Project Coordination: Act as the primary contact for depot-related project work and cross-functional initiatives
• Health & Safety: Ensure robust health and safety practices across the depot, meeting regulatory and company standards
• Maintenance Compliance: Oversee equipment servicing and maintenance schedules, ensuring all standards and legal requirements are met.

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