Depot Manager

Rapier Employment; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Depot Manager to oversee operations in Swindon. Responsibilities include advising staff on safety procedures, maintaining records, and managing logistics operations. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role, strong people management skills, and knowledge of health and safety regulations. A CPC qualification is essential. This role offers a salary of £40,000 per annum and requires flexibility in working hours.

Qualifications

• Previous site manager, shift manager, or team manager experience.
• Experience in warehouse or distribution environment.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Advise/teach staff on safe operating procedures.
• Maintain accurate staff and vehicle records.
• Ensure fleet and driver records compliance.

Skills

Effective communication skills

IT literate with knowledge of WMS systems

People management

Attention to details

Understanding of transport and compliance

Education

CPC qualified

Job description

Depot Manager – Swindon / 5 days out of 7

Rapier Employment is looking for a Depot Manager to support our well-known client based in Swindon.

Job: Depot Manager
Pay: £40,000 per annum
Days: 40 hours per week – 5 out of 7 days
Hours: Monday to Friday hours 09:00 – 17:30. Flexibility required as there are morning & afternoon shifts

Job includes:

• To advise/teach staff on safe and proper operating procedures, relevant checks, etc.
• Maintain accurate staff and vehicle records.
• To assess and support the warehouse.
• Ensure that all fleet and driver records are compliant with all aspects of DVSA.
• People management, such as performance reviews, staff development, disciplinary, and grievance handling.
• To undertake any other reasonable duties as required.
• Logistics operations and management.
• Be able to demonstrate the ability to cope in challenging situations.
• Work accurately, with good attention to details.

Experience:

• Previous experience of working as site manager, shift manager, or team manager.
• Experience of managing or working in a warehouse or distribution environment, along with a deep understanding of transport and compliance.
• Effective communication skills and proven ability to motivate and manage a team of people.
• IT literate with knowledge or WMS systems.
• Ability to produce, understand, and report on operational performance information.
• Focused on always delivering excellent service to all customers.
• Able to cope with change and manage own workload and priorities.
• Able to deliver results and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of relevant Health & Safety, HR legislation, and good practice.

Requirements:

• CPC qualified

Please hit apply or reach out to the Rapier Didcot branch if interested.

Rapier Employment is an equal opportunities employer. All candidates must have the right to work in the UK.