Strategic Depot Operations Manager

4 days ago


Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom King Lifting Full time

About the Company

King Lifting is a family-owned business with over 40 years of experience in providing safe, expert crane hire, bespoke contract lifting and plant machinery movement, transport and storage services to the public and private sectors throughout the UK and Europe.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Depot Manager to join our team at our Southampton site. As a Depot Manager, you will be responsible for managing our crane operations, assets, and personnel to ensure optimum utilisation and maximum profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and oversee crane operations, including labour and accessory equipment.
  • Engage with clients and negotiate contracts with existing and new customers.
  • Ensure the welfare, safety, and working hours of all related personnel.
  • Meet environmental, health and safety legal & statutory requirements within the depot.
  • Meet set KPI's and SLA's with the support of business head office functions.

Requirements:

  • Relevant experience in the crane or plant hire industry.
  • Operational understanding of cranes, transport, or hire desk.
  • Strong leadership skills and commercial awareness.
  • Excellent communication and organisation skills.
  • Prioritisation and the ability to work under pressure.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary dependent on skills and experience.
  • Quarterly bonus.
  • Generous holiday allowance.
  • Company car.
  • Company pension.
  • Life assurance.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Flexible Benefits Platform with generous monthly Company contribution.
  • Reward and recognition incentives.
  • Retail discount hubs.


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