Depot Manager

DEPOT MANAGER - DAYS

MONDAY - FRIDAY: 6AM - 3PM OR 7AM - 4PM (DEPENDING ON WORKLOAD)

£40,000 PER ANNUM & BONUS SCHEME

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Depot Manager to join our well-established client based in Chesham on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering an excellent salary, annual bonus, and genuine room for growth and progression within a well-respected business.

You will be reporting to the National Transport and Logistics Manager and will receive a full paid induction and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

• Annual bonus scheme - 10% performance-related bonus after successful completion of probation
• Pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Free site parking
• Ongoing training and career development
• Company uniform and PPE provided
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Full-time permanent role with no weekend working

Day-to-Day Duties

• Manage all depot operations, including vehicles, drivers, delivery schedules, and site activity
• Deliver high-quality service for the National Schools Fruit Scheme (NSFS) by ensuring accurate and timely deliveries to schools
• Lead, develop and appraise team members, ensuring high morale and strong performance
• Plan and manage staff rotas, recruitment, training, and any disciplinary actions in line with company policy
• Ensure all vehicle routing, loading, and dispatch is carried out efficiently, on budget, and in line with safety standards
• Act as the site’s nominated CPC holder and ensure full compliance with Operator Licence regulations
• Monitor health and safety standards, conduct risk assessments, and ensure best working practices
• Maintain all transport, BRC, EHO, and customer compliance standards
• Liaise effectively with schools, internal teams, and stakeholders to maintain excellent service levels
• Track KPIs, control budgets, and identify cost-saving or continuous improvement opportunities

Essential Skills

• Valid CPC qualification (this is a prerequisite)
• Previous experience in a depot, transport, or logistics management role
• Strong leadership, coaching, and people management skills
• Good working knowledge of transport legislation, driver hours, and UK logistics regulations
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Ability to plan and prioritise under pressure
• Sound understanding of Health & Safety, risk management, and vehicle compliance
• Experience managing budgets and delivering operational efficiency

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working on public sector or education contracts (e.g. NSFS)
• Familiarity with BRC and EHO requirements
• Previous experience working with agency labour or multi-drop logistics
• Project management or continuous improvement experience

Training

• Full paid induction and ongoing professional development

Apply

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People Solutions do not charge any of their candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process