Depot Manager – Lead Waste & Logistics Operations

Biffa Waste Services; Polegate; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company in the UK is seeking an experienced Depot Manager to lead operations in Polegate. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with health and safety regulations while delivering outstanding customer service. Responsibilities include managing depot resources, supporting staff development, and driving performance against KPIs. This role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, private healthcare, and career development opportunities, making it an excellent fit for a dynamic professional passionate about operational excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car or allowance

Private healthcare

Ongoing career development

Generous pension scheme

Retail and leisure discounts

Holiday and travel discounts

Bike to work scheme

Qualifications

• Solid background as an Operations / Depot / General Manager or in a similar high-responsibility role.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and commercially driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimise depot operations while ensuring compliance with standards.
• Motivate and develop the operational staff for high performance.
• Manage depot's profit and loss budget to achieve growth.
• Build relationships with customers and improve service quality.

Skills

Leadership

Operational efficiency

Customer service

Compliance management

KPI performance tracking

Education

CPC Qualification

Job description

A leading waste management company in the UK is seeking an experienced Depot Manager to lead operations in Polegate. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with health and safety regulations while delivering outstanding customer service. Responsibilities include managing depot resources, supporting staff development, and driving performance against KPIs. This role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, private healthcare, and career development opportunities, making it an excellent fit for a dynamic professional passionate about operational excellence.