Depot Manager

Adler & Allan; Rochford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life assurance (4x salary)

Medical plan

Refer a friend scheme

Employee assistance programme

Annual leave + bank holidays

Training & progression opportunities

Enhanced parental pay & leave

Job summary

Adler and Allan is seeking a Depot Manager to oversee day-to-day depot operations, stock control, safety, and timely deliveries to construction sites using company vehicles. You will lead a small team, monitor stock levels, and maintain high standards of organisation and compliance.

Reporting to the Supply and Procurement Manager, you will coordinate deliveries, supervise drivers, conduct safety checks, and drive improvements in site logistics, plant and equipment maintenance, and waste

Qualifications

• Experience managing a depot or depot operations in construction/logistics.
• Valid UK driving licence (C or C+E for HGV).
• Strong knowledge of health and safety, PPE, and equipment inspections.

Responsibilities

• Monitor stock levels and reconcile discrepancies.
• Coordinate and oversee deliveries to sites.
• Keep depot and parking areas clean, safe and compliant.
• Ensure depot security and gate control each evening.
• Oversee storage/handling of drainage materials and supplies.
• Check and maintain plant/equipment; perform pre-use inspections.

Skills

Depot management

Stock control

HGV licence

Health & safety

Team leadership

Logistics coordination

Stock management software

IT literacy

Communication

Plant equipment knowledge

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

To manage the day‑to‑day operations of the depot and depot area, ensuring efficient stock control, safe and timely deliveries to construction sites using vehicles provided, and the upkeep of equipment and facilities. The Depot Manager plays a key role in supporting projects by maintaining high standards of organisation, safety, and compliance.

The role will report into the Supply and Procurement Manager.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties:

• Monitor and manage stock levels of materials and consumables via Focal Point or similar ERP systems.
• Coordinate and oversee deliveries to various sites.
• To ensure that the depot and parking areas are kept clean, safe and ensure that waste is minimised and stored/treated/disposed of responsibly.
• Ensure the depot is secure each evening including the main access gate.
• Oversee the storage and handling of drainage materials and construction supplies.
• Ensure all plant and equipment are stored securely and appropriately, including the monitoring and completion of pre use plant checks.
• Conduct regular stock checks and reconcile discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of stock movements and deliveries.
• Liaise with site managers to schedule deliveries efficiently.
• Conduct regular inspections of ladders, plant equipment, and depot infrastructure.
• Ensure PPE levels are maintained and distributed appropriately.
• Promote and enforce health and safety policies across the depot.
• Supervise and support depot operatives and drivers.
• Initiate bi‑weekly catch ups with the deliveries teams and take part in annual appraisals.
• Provide training and support to ensure safe working practices.
• Manage and validate drivers hours for the drivers within the team, including weekly sign off.
• Adapt to be able to support the team by carrying out deliveries when demand is high.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in depot or depot management within a construction or logistics environment.
• Valid UK driving licence (Category C or C+E for HGV operations).
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations, including PPE and equipment inspections.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Competent in stock control and inventory systems.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience with drainage materials and construction site logistics.
• Knowledge of plant equipment maintenance and inspection procedures.
• IT literacy, including experience with stock management software.

Additional Information

Additional Information

What we can offer you:

• Enhanced maternity,paternity and adoption pay and leave
• Company pension
• Life assurance scheme (x4 salary)
• Medicare Cash Plan (includes cash payments towards dental, medical, therapeutic treatments) with the option to add up to 4 dependants
• Refer a friend scheme
• Employee assistance programme (access to GP appointments and mental health support)
• Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays
• Training and career progression opportunities

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.