Depot Manager

We're looking for an experienced Depot Manager to take charge of collections operations at our depot in Bedford. You'll be responsible for ensuring compliance with health and safety, environmental standards, and operator licences, while leading the team to deliver excellent customer service and continuous improvement.

Your core responsibilities include:

• Working closely with a team of dedicated waste management professionals in an open and collaborative environment
• Meeting and exceeding KPIs while driving best practice in cost control, productivity, and continuous improvement
• Leading, developing, and inspiring drivers and staff to create a high-performing and supportive workplace
• Overseeing and coordinating all depot resources, improving operational productivity and service quality
• Taking full responsibility for the depot's profit and loss budget, delegating effectively to deliver consistent growth
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with local customers ensuring excellent and cost-effective service
• Setting clear objectives for operational staff, monitoring performance, and taking action to achieve results
• Influencing decisions, implementing new practices, and contributing to shaping the future direction of the depot

This is a challenging role that requires a proven background in operations management, with a strong focus on leadership, communication, and customer service. If you're ready to push boundaries and lead with passion, we want to hear from you.

Requirements:

• Proven background as an Operations, Depot, or General Manager, or in a similar senior role within services or logistics
• Strong experience in managing profit and loss responsibility is desirable
• Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) qualification is desirable
• IOSH qualification is desirable
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, commercially driven, and time-sensitive environment
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the capability to influence and drive performance

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Car or allowance
• Ongoing career development, training and coaching – because if you don’t grow, we don’t grow
• Generous pension scheme
• Retail and leisure discounts
• Holiday and travel discounts
• Bike to work scheme