Depot Operations Leader: Safety, Service & Efficiency

Greenergy; Immingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

Private medical insurance

Enhanced pension

Cycle to work

Season ticket loan

Volunteering days

25 days annual leave

Travel insurance

Employee discounts

Parental leave

Job summary

Greenergy, a major UK fuel supplier and renewables manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Depot Operations Manager in Immingham. You will lead depot performance, oversee planning, budgeting, and compliance, and deliver safe, customer-focused service across 24/7 haulage operations.

Join a fast-paced business with a strong focus on continuous improvement, driving cost efficiency while developing the depot team and ensuring high safety standards and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in depot, transport, or logistics operations management (fuels, hazardous goods, or similar industry desirable)
• Strong understanding of SHEQ regulations and compliance requirements
• Demonstrated ability to manage teams, including drivers, in a unionised or safety-critical environment
• Excellent investigation skills
• Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Strong financial and commercial acumen with the ability to manage budgets and drive cost efficiencies
• Effective communicator with strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• ADR, CPC certification (advantageous)

Responsibilities

• Ensure the depot operates in full compliance with company policies, SHEQ standards, and all relevant legal/regulatory requirements
• Promote a strong safety culture and drive continuous improvement in SHEQ performance
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Lead, manage, and develop the depot team, including drivers, to achieve operational excellence
• Oversee day-to-day depot activities, ensuring effective scheduling, resource planning, and cost management
• Ensure all Flexigrid operational procedures are implemented and maintained
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and optimise performance.
• Deliver on the customer promise by ensuring timely, accurate, and safe fuel deliveries
• Collaborate with commercial and logistics teams to resolve service issues and improve customer satisfaction.
• Manage depot budget, cost controls, and performance KPIs
• Ensure the most cost-effective solutions are utilised to maintain service quality
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs without compromising safety or service.
• Provide strong leadership and guidance to the depot operations team and driver group
• Manage recruitment, training, development, and performance management of team members
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.

Skills

Depot operations management

SHEQ compliance

Team leadership

Investigation skills

Planning & organisation

Budgeting & cost control

Effective communication

Safety-critical environment

Education

ADR certification

CPC certification

Job description

Greenergy, a major UK fuel supplier and renewables manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Depot Operations Manager in Immingham. You will lead depot performance, oversee planning, budgeting, and compliance, and deliver safe, customer-focused service across 24/7 haulage operations.

Join a fast-paced business with a strong focus on continuous improvement, driving cost efficiency while developing the depot team and ensuring high safety standards and regulatory compliance.