Depot Manager

Depot Manager / Operations Manager – Drainage Location: Cheshunt, Hertfordshire Package: £45,000 - £55,000pa + Vehicle / Car Allowance Our client, one of the fastest-growing drainage companies in the UK, is seeking an experienced and hands-on Depot Manager / Operations Manager to oversee the smooth running of their busy depot. This is a key operational role, focused on managing teams, resources, and day-to-day activities to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality service delivery. The Role Day-to-day management of the depot and operational workforce, ensuring all activities are delivered safely and to the highest standards Lead, support, and develop a team of drainage operatives and supervisors, ensuring clear communication and effective resourcing Coordinate and plan operational activities including gully emptying, reactive jetting, root cutting, CCTV surveys, and traffic management Ensure the depot remains fully compliant with company policies, procedures, and health & safety requirements Monitor operational performance, productivity, and quality, addressing any issues proactively Manage the scheduling of works, labour, and plant/equipment to meet service and client requirements Carry out regular site and depot audits to drive safety, compliance, and service excellence Support the Contracts Manager and senior leadership team with operational updates and reporting About You Proven experience in an operational leadership role within the drainage, utilities, highways, or civil engineering sector Excellent people management skills with the ability to motivate and lead multi-skilled teams Strong planning, organisation, and problem-solving abilities The ability to drive performance and maintain high safety standards Benefits £45,000 - £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Company vehicle / car allowance Annual bonus 28 days holiday (increasing with service) If you're an experienced Depot Manager / Operations Manager looking for a new challenge, we want to hear from you. Apply today or contact Kristian on (phone number removed) for a confidential chat about the role