Depot Manager

Sunbelt Rentals Careers; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading FTSE100 company as a Depot Manager and take charge of a busy Service Centre. This role offers the chance to drive operational excellence while fostering a positive team environment. You will be instrumental in managing costs, motivating employees, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. With a commitment to your professional growth, the company provides award-winning training and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous holidays and life assurance. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Life assurance

Retail discounts

Employee recognition awards

Comprehensive pension scheme

Company car

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in operations or branch management is essential.
• Strong commercial understanding including P&L management.

Responsibilities

• Drive business performance to meet targets and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Create monthly management reports and analyze P&L.

Skills

Operations Management

Team Development

Communication Skills

Financial Understanding

Planning and Organization

Health and Safety Knowledge

Self-Motivation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

Are you an experienced Operations, Depot, or Branch Manager ready for your next career move to a company that values your contribution and offers award-winning training opportunities? We believe in empowering our colleagues to develop their skills, make decisions, and take on new responsibilities.

As Depot Manager, you will have operational responsibility for all areas of a busy Service Centre, driving the business forward to meet targets and ensure high customer satisfaction.

You will be responsible for:

1. Ensuring the Service Centre performs against targets and budgets, managing costs effectively.
2. Motivating employees to foster a positive atmosphere and maximize team performance.
3. Creating monthly management reports, including P&L analysis.
4. Liaising with the Sales team to develop new sales opportunities and grow the business.
5. Ensuring all work complies with Health and Safety guidelines.
6. Maintaining effective and clear communication within the Service Centre.

What can we offer you in return?

You’ll join a successful FTSE100 company, the UK’s largest equipment rental provider. Our rewards package includes generous holiday allowance (with buy/sell options), life assurance, retail discounts, employee recognition awards, and a comprehensive pension scheme.

About You

If you join us, we’ll provide the necessary training and support for your success. We’ll discuss your personal development needs and future career aspirations.

To be considered for the Depot Manager role, you should have:

• Previous experience in operations or branch management.
• Experience managing and developing teams.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong commercial and financial understanding, including P&L management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Self-motivation and a commitment to high standards.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety practices.
• Full clean driving license.

About Us

Sunbelt Rentals leads in equipment rental across the UK, Ireland, US, and Canada, with specialized operations in Europe. We serve various sectors including construction, industrial, energy, infrastructure, government, and events. Our team makes the impossible possible, turning what if into what is.

Our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a fair culture. Your health, safety, and wellbeing are important to us, supported through initiatives like mental health campaigns, a 24/7 helpline, counseling, and financial wellbeing services. Benefits may include a company car and private medical insurance.