Depot Manager

• Effective Workload Management
• Employee referral scheme
• Benefits scheme (discounted retailers)

For 90 years, Wernick Hire, a proud member of the Wernick Group, has been at the forefront of providing top-notch permanent and temporary modular buildings and site accommodation across the UK. With our rich history of growth and a recent profit doubling in just five years, we attribute our success to the exceptional quality and dedication of our workforce—people who bring enthusiasm, vision, and a genuine can-do spirit to everything they do.

Are you ready to lead and make a difference?

• Lead with Excellence:
  Oversee depot operations to ensure everything runs seamlessly.
• Champion Safety:
  Uphold rigorous Health and Safety standards to protect our team and operations.
• Drive Success:
  Manage depot performance to achieve operational and financial success.

If you’re passionate about leading a dedicated team and thriving in a high-impact role, we want to hear from you!

• 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.
• Operational experience with knowledge of P & L and managing costs and budgets

Apply now

• Location:
  
  Wernick Hire - Glasgow, Greenhills Industrial Estate, Coltswood Road, Coatbridge, Scotland, North Lanarkshire, ML5 2AG
• Date Posted: 11th February 2026
• Closing Date: 11th March 2026
• Industry: land / Property and Construction
• Job Type: Full time
• Salary:
  Based on Experience

• Promote and Expand:
  Actively promote Wernick Hire and source new enquiries to grow our business.
• Responsive Communication:
  Respond promptly to all enquiries, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Accurate Costing:
  Provide precise and profitable costing for all enquiries.
• Detailed Surveys:
  Conduct thorough site surveys and produce clear, accurate sketch drawings when needed.
• Contract Management:
  Coordinate and manage hire contracts from order receipt to handover, including overseeing the hire period.
• Progress Monitoring:
  Keep a close eye on work in progress to ensure timely completion of orders.
• Team Development:
  Enhance the knowledge and skills of hire employees through effective training and mentorship.
• Health and Safety Compliance:
  Ensure strict adherence to Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Financial Oversight:
  Take overall responsibility for the depot's P&L, cost management, and profitability.
• Staff Management:
  Oversee yard and office staff, handle basic HR functions, and record sickness/absence in conjunction with the HR department.
• Comprehensive Knowledge:
  Maintain a thorough understanding of each job function within the depot.
• System Understanding:
  Be proficient in using the MCS RM/CRM system.
• Quality Management:
  Ensure awareness and compliance with the QMS system.
• Asset Management:
  Oversee asset management and ensure accurate recording of assets.
• Training and Development:
  Attend and pass the IOSH course and participate in Team Academy leadership and sales training.
• Calm Under Pressure:
  Remain composed in a busy, high-pressure office environment, making decisions independently.
• Workload Management:
  Plan your workload effectively, multitask, and delegate tasks evenly among the depot team.
• Effective Communication:
  Communicate at all levels and take ownership of issues, providing solutions or suggestions for resolution.
• KPI Management:
  Ensure depot KPIs are met or exceeded.
• Customer Service Compliance:
  Adhere to customer Service Level Agreements.

• Strong Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Project Management Skills
• Leadership and Team Development
• Health and Safety Awareness
• Financial Acumen
• Human Resources Management
• Operational Knowledge
• Asset Management
• Training and Professional Development
• Calm Under Pressure
• Effective Workload Management
• Problem-Solving Abilities
• Performance and KPI Management
• Customer Service Orientation

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Hybrid company car and fuel cards
• Generous holiday…