Depot Operations Manager

Greenergy; Grangemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Enhanced company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Volunteering days

Enhanced holiday allowance

Global travel insurance

Employee discount platform

Enhanced parental leave

Job summary

Greenergy is seeking a Depot Operations Manager in Grangemouth to oversee depot performance and ensure all operations comply with safety and legal standards. You'll lead a team and manage day-to-day activities to deliver efficient fuel services.

The ideal candidate has experience in transport or logistics management, strong leadership skills, and a firm understanding of SHEQ regulations. Competitive compensation package includes a bonus scheme and enhanced leave provisions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in depot, transport, or logistics operations management.
• Strong understanding of SHEQ regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of depot performance and operations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Deliver timely and accurate fuel deliveries to customers.

Skills

Depot operations management

SHEQ regulations

Team leadership

Financial acumen

Problem-solving

Tools

ADR certification

CPC certification

Job description

Greenergy is a major UK fuel supplier and a leading European manufacturer of waste‑based renewables. To deliver fuel to our customers, we have a 24/7 in‑house haulage operation made up of over 650 drivers and a fleet of over 250 tankers. Greenergy Flexigrid operates out of over 20 depots nationwide, making over 182,000 deliveries to 3,100 customers each year.

Application Deadline: 19 June 2026

Department: Haulage

Location: Grangemouth

Depot Operations Manager

Take the lead in delivering safe, efficient and customer‑focused depot operations. You'll oversee all aspects of depot performance, from resource planning and team leadership through to compliance, budgeting and service delivery, ensuring customers receive a consistently high standard of service.

Safety & Compliance

• 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.

Operational Leadership

• 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.

Customer Service

• 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.

Financial & Cost Control

• 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.

People Management

• 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, Knowledge and Expertise

• 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).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary, enhanced by a discretionary bonus scheme that rewards both business and individual performance.
• Private medical insurance: Prioritise your health with comprehensive private medical insurance, including access to online GP services from AXA for you and your family.
• Enhanced company pension: Secure your future with enhanced company pension contributions that support your long‑term financial goals.
• Cycle to work scheme: Embrace a sustainable lifestyle with our cycle to work scheme.
• Season ticket loan: Spread the cost of your commute and take advantage of annual discounts with an interest free season ticket loan.
• Volunteering and charity: We encourage you to give back to the community through volunteering days and charitable initiatives.
• Enhanced holiday allowance: Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, in addition to bank holidays.
• Global travel insurance: Travel with peace of mind, courtesy of worldwide multi‑trip travel insurance coverage for you and your family.
• Employee discount platform: Access exclusive discounts through our employee discount platform.
• Enhanced parental leave: Generous maternity and paternity pay to support you and your family when you need it most.

Greenergy is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our colleagues is critical to our success as a global company. Employment at Greenergy is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnerships.