Depot Manager in Cradley Heath

Our salaries are competitive and reviewed regularly to ensure they remain fair and in line with the wider industry.

Location: Cradley Heath

Our Company: Doocey Traffic Management is a specialist division of the Doocey Group, providing high-quality traffic management services to support critical infrastructure, utility and civil engineering projects nationwide. Our teams are trusted to deliver safe, efficient solutions in fast-paced, high-pressure environments, for both internal and external customers. As a family-run business with over 40 years of industry experience, we are built on strong Black Country values of professionalism, integrity, and a dedication to high standards. As part of the wider Doocey Group, we combine decades of industry knowledge with modern technology to keep people, projects and communities moving safely and smoothly.

The Role: The Depot Manager for Doocey Traffic Management is responsible for the day-to-day management of depot and traffic management operations, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to a consistently high standard. You will oversee site activities, making sure operatives are properly briefed, working to the correct RAMS and equipped with the appropriate PPE and uniform, while maintaining a professional and compliant environment across all works.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day running of the depot, ensuring traffic management operations are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with company health & safety standards.
• Ensure all traffic management sites are installed and maintained to a high standard through regular supervision, audits and site visits.
• Manage and support traffic management operatives, ensuring RAMS, SOPs and safety procedures are understood and always followed.
• Plan and coordinate daily operations, ensuring work schedules are accurate and resources are allocated effectively.
• Maintain compliance with client KPIs and respond promptly and professionally to client queries or issues.
• Monitor depot performance, including labour, equipment and operational costs reporting changes or making suggestions for improvements where applicable.
• Promote a strong health & safety culture, delivering regular briefings and ensuring all operatives are properly equipped with compliant PPE.
• Maintain accurate operational records and support the preparation of performance and operational reports.
• Ensure depot facilities, vehicles and equipment are maintained to a high standard and remain safe and compliant.

The Person:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Highly organised and proactive.
• Safety-focused mindset.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Attention to detail.
• Professional and approachable.
• Resilient and calm under pressure.

Technical Skills & Experience:

• Experience supervising large traffic management schemes and managing traffic management operatives and supervisors.
• Strong knowledge of temporary traffic management practices, including Sector Scheme 12D.
• Experience in all aspects of 12D traffic management operations.
• Proven experience installing and operating multi-phase temporary traffic signals and maintaining lane closures.
• Experience working in reactive environments, including emergency situations and road traffic incidents.
• Ability to produce and maintain accurate operational records and documentation.

Qualifications & Training:

• Sector Scheme 12D.
• M6 CSCS Card.
• Full Driving License.

Additional Information: Doocey Group value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Please note that we operate with a preferred supplier list and will not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies with whom we do not have an existing agreement. By submitting your application, you consent to Doocey Group retaining your CV, application details, and personal information for the purpose of considering you for current and future employment opportunities. Your information will be stored securely and will only be shared internally as necessary.