At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a high-performing depot and ensure efficient waste-collection services.
- Company: Join a supportive team in a growing operation in Bishops Cleeve.
- Benefits: Career growth opportunities, freedom to shape operations, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Your ideas matter here, and we value teamwork and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your leadership skills in a dynamic setting.
- Qualifications: GCSE/NVQ plus CPC qualification; strong leadership and communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
This isn’t just another management role — it’s your chance to take full ownership of a busy depot and turn it into a high-performing, well-oiled machine. If you thrive on leading people, tightening operations, and making things run better than they did yesterday, you’ll want to keep reading. We’re searching for a Depot Manager who can bring leadership, discipline, and fresh thinking to a growing operation in Bishops Cleeve. You’ll be the driving force behind safe, compliant, efficient waste-collection services — and the person everyone relies on to make the depot perform at its best.
What You’ll Take Charge Of
- Team Leadership — Build a motivated, high-performing workforce where people feel supported, valued, and ready to deliver.
- Recruitment & Development — Bring in the right people, onboard them properly, and help them grow.
- Performance Management — Handle attendance, reviews, coaching, and ER matters with fairness and consistency.
- Communication Culture — Run toolbox talks, meetings, and open forums that keep everyone aligned and improving.
- Customer Relationships — Deliver exceptional service and support contract renewals and tender opportunities.
- Operational Control — Ensure people, vehicles, and processes work together seamlessly every single day.
- Compliance & Safety — Keep transport operations, driver hours, and documentation fully compliant.
- Fleet Coordination — Work closely with workshop teams to keep vehicles safe, legal, and ready for action.
- Budget Ownership — Monitor costs, improve efficiency, and protect profitability.
- Contractor Management — Ensure external providers meet every legal and operational requirement.
Why This Role Stands Out
- A supportive, inclusive team that actually enjoys working together
- Freedom to shape how the depot runs and how the team performs
- Real opportunities to grow your career
- A workplace where your ideas genuinely matter
What You Bring
- GCSE/NVQ (or equivalent) plus CPC qualification
- Strong leadership experience in an operational environment — waste sector experience is a bonus
- Proven ability to coach, develop, and manage people
- Commercial awareness and confidence managing budgets and performance
- Excellent communication skills and solid IT ability
- Full UK driving licence (LGV Class 2 desirable)
To apply for this role please call (phone number removed) ext 224.
If this role would not be of interest to you but may be suitable for a friend or colleague, we can offer paid referral fees for successful placements.
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