Depot Lead - Nights

Lanes Group is a leading nationwide utility services provider with c.5000 dedicated employees. Our diverse subsidiaries drive our success across various sectors, contributing to a remarkable turnover of over £700 million. We are committed to excellence and innovation, ensuring we provide industry leading services to our clients and stakeholders. Join us to be part of a dynamic and growing team that values diversity and fosters professional growth.

The Logistics Management Centre (LMC) provides wastewater tankering and treatment services across the Thames region, giving critical support to planned, routine, and resilience operations across the Thames Water network. The Tankering Division provides tanker transport of wastewater around the network to ensure it continues to operate. The Treatment Division supports the cleaning and treatment of wastewater infrastructure.

The Working Depot Lead is responsible for the efficient management of depot operations, ensuring the proper handling, storage, and distribution of materials and stock. This role includes overseeing the depot's standards, ensuring it remains tidy, clean, and compliant with health and safety regulations. The Working Depot Lead will manage stock levels, order PPE, and ensure the smooth movement of materials. Additionally, the role involves conducting regular audits, ensuring compliance with internal policies, and preparing for external audits.

Proactivity and escalation of any issues when needed will be a key part of this role.

Millbrook Depot, Southampton

Full time

4 nights on, 4 nights off, 18:00 - 06:00

40.25 per week

£42,814 per annum

Key & Asset Management

• Maintain accurate logs for all keys, site access keys, and fuel cards.
• Issue and retrieve keys and fuel cards, ensuring full accountability and traceability.
• Store all assets securely and elevate any missing, damaged, or unaccounted for items.

Site Housekeeping

• Maintain a clean, tidy, and organised depot environment at all times.
• Monitor and ensure correct parking and vehicle positioning across the site.
• Support general site presentation, including tidiness of stores, yard areas, and communal spaces.

Audits & Compliance

• Conduct regular audits of keys, stock, site keys, and fuel cards in line with internal procedures.
• Identify discrepancies and assist in implementing corrective actions.
• Support wider depot compliance checks and inspections as required.

Skills, Behaviours & Competencies

• Professional Attitude
• Reliable, proactive, and committed to maintaining high standards.
• Demonstrates ownership of responsibilities and contributes positively to the depot environment.

Organisation & Attention to Detail

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to maintain clear, accurate records.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Cleanliness & Site Presentation
• Consistently maintains high standards of cleanliness across the site.
• Understands the importance of a professional, safe, and operationally efficient depot environment.

Please note:
Training will be provided where required. The role may involve working outdoors and occasional manual handling.

• Industry accreditations are required
• Health and Safety certifications (e.g. IOSH or First Aid) are an advantage
• Experience in the drainage, utilities or retail industry will be beneficial
• A full UK drivers licence
• Experience in a depot, stores, or facilities role.
• Experience with asset/stock control or auditing processes.
• Basic IT literacy for logging, tracking, and recording information.

• Class 2 HGV licence is desirable

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