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Depot Manager
Wernick Group Limited
Oversee depot operations, health & safety, and profitability for modular building hire.
3d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Devizes, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
396 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Modular Buildings
Temporary Modular Buildings
Site Accommodation
Off-grid Power Solutions
Steel-framed Modular Buildings
Portable Accommodation Hire
Event Accommodation
Temporary Power Solutions
Role
What you would be doing
asset management
site surveys
contract management
costing
quality management
kpi management
- Asset Management: Oversee asset management and ensure accurate recording of assets.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to Health and Safety policies and procedures.
- Detailed Surveys: Conduct thorough site surveys and produce clear, accurate sketch drawings when needed.
- Financial Oversight: Take overall responsibility for the depot's P&L, cost management, and profitability.
- Contract Management: Coordinate and manage hire contracts from order receipt to handover, including overseeing the hire period.
- Direct communication with the MD/CEO through staff satisfaction surveys
- Workload Management: Plan your workload effectively, multitask, and delegate tasks evenly among the depot team.
- Progress Monitoring: Keep a close eye on work in progress to ensure timely completion of orders.
- Training and Development: Attend and pass the IOSH course and participate in Team Academy leadership and sales training.
- Responsive Communication: Respond promptly to all enquiries, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Accurate Costing: Provide precise and profitable costing for all enquiries.
- Promote and Expand: Actively promote Wernick Hire and source new enquiries to grow our business.
- Team Development: Enhance the knowledge and skills of hire employees through effective training and mentorship.
- Drive Success: Manage depot performance to achieve operational and financial success.
- Champion Safety: Uphold rigorous Health and Safety standards to protect our team and operations.
- Lead with Excellence: Oversee depot operations to ensure everything runs seamlessly.
- Quality Management: Ensure awareness and compliance with the QMS system.
- Customer Service Compliance: Adhere to customer Service Level Agreements.
- Staff Management: Oversee yard and office staff, handle basic HR functions, and record sickness/absence in conjunction with the HR department.
- KPI Management: Ensure depot KPIs are met or exceeded.
What you bring
mcs rm/crm
p&l
health & safety
depot manager
project management
problem solving
- Calm Under Pressure: Remain composed in a busy, high-pressure office environment, making decisions independently.
- Health and Safety awareness and implementation
- Calm Under Pressure
- Attention to Detail
- Strong Communication Skills
- Strong Communication skills
- System Understanding: Be proficient in using the MCS RM/CRM system.
- Knowledge of P & L and management of costs and budgets
- Financial Acumen
- Effective Workload Management
- Depot manager or Assistant Depot Manager experience ideally in portable accommodation, modular buildings or plant hire
- Excellent leadership skills
- Effective Communication: Communicate at all levels and take ownership of issues, providing solutions or suggestions for resolution.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Comprehensive Knowledge: Maintain a thorough understanding of each job function within the depot.
- Operational Knowledge
- Operational experience with knowledge of P & L and managing costs and budgets
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- We are looking for someone who is experienced in portable accommodation (preferable) in a depot manager role or assistant depot manager role looking for their next move.
- Project Management Skills
- Employee referral scheme
- Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday
- Hybrid company car and fuel cards
- Group pension
- Benefits scheme (discounted retailers)
- Christmas shutdown
- Option to buy extra holidays
- Employee assistance programme
- Life assurance of 2x annual salary
- Free onsite parking
- Generous holiday allowance (rising with service)
- Annual salary review each January
- Training and Professional Development
- Early finish on Fridays
- Corporate eyecare scheme through Specsavers
- Personal accident insurance
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- Training and progression opportunities
- Family-run and well-established, secure company (trading 90 years)
- Open door policy
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Visa Sponsorship- no visa sponsorship; applicants must have right to work in the uk.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1934
Year of establishment
The company was established in 1934 as a family business focused on making poultry crates.
45 centres
UK business presence
The company operates from 45 strategic locations across the United Kingdom.
Revenue £85M–£100M
Annual revenue range
The company generates annual revenue exceeding £85 million, supported by a large network of depots and specialist divisions.
73-module school
Notable project size
The company delivered a large-scale project featuring 73 modular units for a primary academy affected by structural damage.
- It evolved into Britain’s largest independent modular building manufacturer.
- It combines five trading arms: design & manufacture of modular buildings, hire of portable units, events accommodation, refurbished buildings, and power solutions.
- Typical projects include setting up temporary classrooms, GP surgeries, concert-site cabins and off-grid power systems for clients ranging from schools to festivals.
- Led by fourth-generation Wernick family members, the company blends deep heritage with modern scale and capability.
- Notable achievements include powering Hyde Park’s multi-week BST festival.
- We take great pride in our people, their wellbeing, and their continuous development.
- Safety is our top priority, with a strong commitment to providing a safe working environment for all employees.
- We focus on delivering high-quality service, driven by professionalism, integrity, and respect.
- Innovation and excellence are at the core of everything we do, and we encourage new ideas that help us deliver better results.
- Collaboration is key to our success, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.
2030
Carbon Neutrality Target
Aiming to achieve net zero emissions by this year.
- Adopts efficient energy management systems and reduces waste in operations.
- Reduces carbon footprint by using sustainable materials and technologies.
- Invests in green building practices, including energy-efficient modular buildings.
- Wernick Group is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated.
- The company aims to increase the number of women in leadership roles and other underrepresented groups.
- They are implementing training programs to improve diversity awareness and inclusion across all levels of the organization.
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