Depot Manager

King Lifting provides safe, expert crane hire, bespoke contract lifting and plant machinery movement, plus transport and storage, for the public and private sectors. We work throughout the UK and Europe and are head-quartered in Bristol where we also run a renowned Training Centre. ​We are a modern family business established more than 40 years ago.Our people are our most important asset. We ensure commitment is recognised and rewarded through personal development programmes and excellent benefits packages.About the CompanyWe are currently seeking a new Depot Manager for our Bristol site (Avonmouth). This is an exciting opportunity with lots of scope for individuality, continuous improvement and achievement when presented with numerous challenges.This will be a very busy but extremely rewarding role with the opportunity for development and progression within the business. Reporting to the General Manager and looking after a team of experienced operators and the administration support staff, the Depot Manager will have overall responsibility for our crane operations based out of the Bristol depot.This will include the responsibility of managing our assets (cranes, labour and accessory equipment) with the support of the Hire Desk Manager to ensure optimum utilisation is achieved creating maximum profitability to the department. You will also engage with clients and negotiate contracts with existing and new customers.You will also be responsible for the welfare, safety and working hours of all related personnel, the working success of the Hire Desk and for environmental, health and safety legal 'statutory requirements within the depot and meet the set KPI’s and SLA’s with the support of business head office functions.Experience / Skills:Relevant experience preferably gained within the crane or plant hire industryOperational understanding of cranes, transport or hire deskStrong leadership skillsCommercial awarenessExcellent communication and organisation skillsPrioritisation and the ability to work under pressureQualifications:Good standard of educationA CPCS or management qualification would be an advantageThis is a full time, on-site position so to be considered, you must live within a daily commutable distance to Avonmouth, Bristol.In return you will receive:Competitive salary dependent on your skills and experienceQuarterly bonus (dependent upon the results of your depot)Generous holiday allowanceCompany carCompany pensionLife assuranceEmployee Assistance ProgrammeFlexible Benefits Platform with generous monthly Company contributionReward and recognition incentivesRetail discount hubsKing Lifting is an equal opportunities employerNO AGENCIES PLEASE

Created: 2025-07-23