Garage Manager

Müller UK & Ireland; Northampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company is seeking a proactive Garage Manager for its Northampton Depot. The role requires overseeing the fleet maintenance operations, ensuring safety and compliance, and maintaining a productive workshop environment. Ideal candidates will have strong management experience in a technical environment, preferably within the transportation and logistics sector. The position offers competitive compensation, including a bonus and various benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for the right candidate.

Benefits

Up to 10% annual bonus

4 x Life Assurance policy

Company Car

Private Medical Insurance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Family Leave

Enhanced Bereavement Leave

Pension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%)

Exclusive access to Müller Rewards

Business Supplied IT Equipment

Concessionary products

Career Progression and Development Opportunities

Free parking

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in a workshop or fleet maintenance environment.
• Strong technical qualifications (e.g. City & Guilds Part 1/2, apprentice-trained).
• Knowledge of the transportation and logistics industry.
• Excellent planning, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the workshop and team.
• Manage workloads, repairs, and ensure cost-effective maintenance.
• Drive a culture of preventative maintenance and continuous improvement.
• Monitor VMU productivity and budget spend.
• Lead and develop the team through coaching, reviews, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with legal, safety, and audit standards.
• Liaise with customers and third-party suppliers on engineering issues.
• Champion health and safety.

Skills

Management experience in workshop/fleet maintenance

Strong technical qualifications

Knowledge of transportation and logistics industry

Planning and time management skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Job description

Müller Milk & Ingredients Distribution (MMID)is the UK's leading producer and distributor of fresh milk, cream, butter, and dairy ingredients. Operating across extensive logistics and manufacturing networks in the country, MMID delivers over2.6 billion litresof fresh milk annually to more than5,500 locations across Britain.

Our strategically located depots enable us to move milk efficiently from farm to fridge-ensuring freshness, speed, and reliability. MMID is committed tooperational excellence,sustainability, andsupporting British agriculture, making us a trusted partner in the dairy supply chain.

Garage Manager - Müller Milk & Ingredients Distribution | Northampton Depot

Lead the Team Behind the Fleet

We're looking for a proactive and experienced Garage Manager to join our Transport Department based at our Northampton Depot, also supporting Hoddesdon Depot (EN11 0DJ). This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong technical background and leadership skills to take charge of our Vehicle Maintenance Unit (VMU), ensuring our fleet is safe, compliant, and operating at peak performance.

Job Details

• Location: Northampton Depot (NN9 6NY) - with regular travel to Hoddesdon Depot (EN11 0DJ)
• Contract: Full Time / Permanent
• Salary: Competitive (monthly paid)
• Hours: 40 hours per week

What You'll Be Doing

As Garage Manager, you will:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the workshop and team
• Manage workloads, repairs, and ensure cost-effective maintenance
• Drive a culture of preventative maintenance and continuous improvement
• Monitor VMU productivity and budget spend
• Lead and develop your team through coaching, reviews, and performance management
• Ensure compliance with legal, safety, and audit standards
• Liaise with customers and third-party suppliers on engineering issues
• Champion health and safety, leading investigations when needed

What We're Looking For

• Proven management experience in a workshop or fleet maintenance environment
• Strong technical qualifications (e.g. City & Guilds Part 1/2, apprentice-trained)
• Knowledge of the transportation and logistics industry
• Excellent planning, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Benefits

• Up to 10% annual bonus
• 4 x Life Assurance policy
• Company Car
• Private Medical Insurance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Family Leave
• Enhanced Bereavement Leave
• Pension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%)
• Exclusive access to Müller Rewards, offering a variety of online and in-store discounts
• Business Supplied IT Equipment
• Concessionary products
• Career Progression and Development Opportunities
• Free parking

Ready to lead a team that keeps our fleet moving?

Apply now and take the next step in your career with Müller.

Contact Details

F.A.O. UK Recruitment, Müller UK & Ireland, Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3SQ