Depot Manager - Aberdeen

Depot Manager – Aberdeen

Leading Plant Hire Business | Senior Leadership Role | Strong Salary & Benefits

We’re working with a respected, family‑owned hire business to recruit an experienced Depot Manager for their busy Aberdeen depot. This is a standout opportunity for a driven operational leader who excels in developing teams, improving performance, and delivering exceptional customer service.

The Role

You’ll take full ownership of the Aberdeen depot, ensuring it operates safely, efficiently, and profitably. Expect a hands‑on leadership role with a strong focus on people management, operational control, customer relationships, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

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  Lead, motivate, and develop the Aberdeen depot team
  
  

  
  


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  Oversee daily operations, cost control, and compliance
  
  

  
  


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  Build strong customer relationships and ensure service excellence
  
  

  
  


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  Monitor KPIs, productivity, and financial performance
  
  

  
  


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  Drive safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives
  
  

  
  


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  Support talent development and succession planning
  
  

  
  


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  Work closely with senior leadership to deliver regional objectives
  
  

  
  

What We’re Looking For

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  Leadership/management experience in plant hire, construction, logistics, engineering, or similar
  
  

  
  


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  Strong people management and communication skills
  
  

  
  


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  Commercially aware with a focus on performance and profitability
  
  

  
  


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  Confident decision‑maker with a proactive, improvement‑driven mindset
  
  

  
  


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  Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities
  
  

  
  


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  Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and operational standards
  
  

  
  

What’s On Offer

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  Competitive salary with regular reviews
  
  

  
  


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  Company sick pay
  
  

  
  


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  Extra holidays with buy/sell options
  
  

  
  


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  Tailored learning & development
  
  

  
  


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  Employee discount scheme
  
  

  
  


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  Life assurance & contributory pension
  
  

  
  


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  Wellbeing support including EAP
  
  

  
  


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  Cycle to Work scheme
  
  

  
  

Ready to Lead?

If you’re an ambitious depot leader looking to make a real impact in Aberdeen, get in touch for a confidential conversation.