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Depot Manager

Job Posted: 13 hours ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: EH54, Livingston, West Lothian

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Depot Manager (Branch Operations Manager) - Power & Tools Rental

About the company & role

The company is an ambitious and expanding provider of Power & Tools solutions, recognised for high-quality products and outstanding service. As part of a major growth phase, the company is establishing Scotland’s first location for its Power & Tools division. This role will take end-to-end ownership of the new branch. Overseeing creation, fit-out and start-up, before building, leading and developing a high-performing team. Success will be measured by sustainable growth, customer loyalty, and rigorous adherence to the company’s equipment quality and service standards across Scotland.

Package

  * Salary: £53,000 basic + 12.5% annual bonus

  * Benefits: Company car & private medical insurance

  * Contract: Full-time, permanent

  * Location & scope: Livingston base with travel across Scotland; occasional travel to the European support office in the Netherlands

  * Working pattern: Daytime, branch-based leadership with flexibility to meet operational needs

  * Holidays & pension: 25 days + bank holidays

  * Tools & support: All necessary training, systems and resources to launch/scale the branch

Responsibilities

  * Lead the creation, fit-out and start-up of Scotland’s first Power & Tools branch for the company.

  * Recruit, motivate, coach and develop a cohesive Scottish team.

  * Drive operational performance, efficiency and continuous improvement across service, maintenance and logistics.

  * Ensure timely, cost-effective maintenance and repair of the rental fleet to meet quality and safety standards.

  * Plan and oversee delivery, installation and removal of equipment on customer sites.

  * Champion compliance with internal and external QHSE policies and procedures.

  * Contribute to and implement Europe-wide initiatives and best practices.

Requirements

  * Proven experience as an Operations or Branch Manager within the Power/Tools, Rental, or related industrial/technical sector.

  * Strong track record leading technical operations or service departments, including workforce planning and resource allocation.

  * Solid understanding of quality management systems, planning and logistics.

  * Demonstrated ability to improve maintenance, safety, quality and customer service through data-driven, continuous improvement.

  * Experience in change management; familiarity with Lean Six Sigma methodologies and ISO accreditation.

  * Confident team builder with the ability to attract, develop and retain talent.

  * Proficient in English (written and verbal) and MS Office; comfortable with digital systems.

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