Night Shift Depot Manager - Dairy Distribution | £42k + Bonus

McQueens Dairies; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company discounts

Pension scheme

Performance bonus up to 10%

Job summary

McQueens Dairies Ltd in Basingstoke is seeking a Depot Manager to lead our nightshift operations and drive safe, on-time deliveries. You will manage drivers, stores staff and team leaders while controlling budgets and KPI performance.

The role requires hands-on leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to develop your depot team through coaching and training, with a focus on safety, quality and customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a nightshift operation in logistics or distribution.
• Background in dairy, food or drinks distribution preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety standards such as BRC is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead depot operations to meet safety and service standards.
• Manage drivers, stores staff and team leaders.
• Oversee 5S discipline and Depot KPI delivery.
• Drive culture, training and staff development.

Skills

Night shift leadership

Team management

H&S management

Budget control

Food safety knowledge

Education

IOSH certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

McQueens Dairies Ltd in Basingstoke is seeking a Depot Manager to lead our nightshift operations and drive safe, on-time deliveries. You will manage drivers, stores staff and team leaders while controlling budgets and KPI performance.

The role requires hands-on leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to develop your depot team through coaching and training, with a focus on safety, quality and customer service.