Microsite Manager

Manpower; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Microsite Manager to manage daily operations at the site, ensuring smooth logistical activities and leading a team. The role requires expertise in logistics and a focus on customer service, compliance, and operational efficiency. Benefits include holiday, training, and long-term employment. The position is based in Tilbury, England.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Full Induction Training Provided

Death in service X2

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics or supply chain management, with specific experience of leading a team of Drivers.
• Experience in managing a small to medium logistics operation in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality customer service and meeting KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all aspects of the micro site, including inbound and outbound goods.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Supervise and mentor employees, including training and performance management.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service orientation

Logistics experience

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

IOSH Managing Safely

CPC National/International

Tools

Counterbalance / Reach FLT Licence

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Microsite Manager
Location: Tilbury, RM16 3HU
Annual Salary: £45,000 - £47,000
Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday
Shift Times: 06:00 - 18:00
Working Hours: 40 hours

Manpower are hiring a permanent Site Manager for our client who is transforming yesterday's cooking oils into tomorrow's green energy. The business recycles waste oil to generate renewable energy, powering festivals, supporting the National Grid, and helping build a more sustainable future. Their UK-wide distribution network uses "Microsites" where a fleet of vans and drivers supply fresh cooking oil to restaurants, takeaways, and catering businesses while collecting used oils for processing into biofuel and renewable electricity.

Role Summary

As the Microsite Manager, you will be responsible for day-to-day management and operations at the site, ensuring the smooth running of all warehouse and logistical activities, and leading a team of drivers to deliver excellent customer service to all clients. You will ensure safety, compliance, and quality standards are met, and maintain a high level of staff performance and productivity. You will also manage day-to-day stock of fresh and used cooking oil, its storage, and its onward movement to biofuel processing sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all aspects of the micro site, including inbound and outbound goods, inventory management, staff management and sales generation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations, as well as with company policies and procedures.
• Optimise site operations to maximise efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
• Supervise and mentor employees, including training, performance management, and motivation.
• Actively work towards improving employee engagement at the microsite.
• Manage and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee maintenance and upkeep of the site, equipment, and vehicles.
• Prepare and submit reports to senior management on site operations, performance, and KPIs.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate site performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.

What we’ll need from you

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent (desirable).
• CPC National/International (desirable).
• Counterbalance / Reach FLT Licence (desirable).
• First Aider or willing to achieve.
• Fire Marshall or willing to achieve.
• Waste management experience (desirable).
• Experience in logistics or supply chain management, with specific experience of leading a team of Drivers.
• Experience in managing a small to medium logistics operation in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality customer service and meeting KPIs.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Benefits

• Permanent - Full time position
• Full Induction Training Provided
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Death in service X2

Job Info

• Job Title: Microsite Manager
• Company: Manpower
• Location: Tilbury, RM16 3HU
• Posted: Sep 11th 2025
• Closes: Oct 12th 2025
• Sector: Distribution
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time