Job Description

SIXT van & truck combine the strength of an industry leader with the dedication of a family run business. We are a leading commercial vehicle rental company specializing in providing high-quality rental services to a diverse range of clients. Our fleet consists of a wide variety of commercial vehicles including trucks, vans, and specialized vehicles and we take pride in delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining strong industry partnerships.

Join SIXT Van & Truck as Our Flagship Senior Depot Manager - Drive Operational Excellence at the Heart of Our UK Expansion

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As SIXT Van & Truck continues to expand its presence across the UK, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced

Flagship Senior Depot Manager

to lead one of our most critical locations. In this pivotal role, you will take full ownership of depot operations, overseeing and developing a team of departmental managers across the Hire Desk, Workshop, Damage, and Conversion teams. You'll be responsible for driving operational performance, ensuring exceptional service quality, improving profitability, and fostering a high-performing team culture. This is a unique opportunity for a strategic and hands-on leader to make a significant impact in a fast-growing, forward-thinking organisation.

Key Responsibilities

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Leadership & Team Management

+ Lead, coach, and develop departmental managers (Hire Desk, Workshop, Damage, and Conversion) to deliver operational excellence.
+ Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture across all teams.
+ Ensure alignment and synergy across departments to support seamless customer service and operational efficiency.

Operational Oversight

+ Ensure daily operations run smoothly and safely, meeting or exceeding service standards.
+ Monitor and manage workflow distribution, resource allocation, and departmental productivity.
+ Implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives across all operational areas.

Financial Performance

+ Drive depot profitability through effective cost control, resource planning, and margin improvement.
+ Manage depot budget, monitor financial KPIs, and take corrective actions where needed.
+ Identify opportunities for growth, efficiency, and revenue enhancement.

Customer Experience

+ Champion exceptional service delivery for all customers
+ Ensure rapid and professional response to issues, minimizing vehicle downtime and customer disruption.
+ Maintain high standards of vehicle quality, availability, and turnaround times.

Compliance & Standards

+ Ensure adherence to health and safety, environmental, and legal standards.
+ Maintain rigorous control of damage, servicing, and conversions to protect company assets and brand reputation.

Essential Experience & Skills

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Proven experience in senior depot or branch management within the automotive, vehicle rental, fleet, or logistics sectors. Demonstrated experience managing multiple department heads or functional managers. Strong leadership skills with a track record of building cohesive, high-performing teams. Financially astute with experience managing P&L, cost control, and profitability. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make confident, strategic decisions.

Desirable Attributes

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Background in long-term vehicle rental, leasing, or commercial vehicle operations. Knowledge of vehicle maintenance, damage control, and workshop management processes. Customer-focused mindset with a strong operational background.

What We Offer

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A pivotal leadership role within a growing and forward-thinking business. Competitive salary with performance-related incentives. Company vehicle and other senior management benefits. Career development and progression opportunities.

Ready to take the lead in our flagship operation?

Apply now and be a key part of shaping the future of our business.

About us:

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We are a globally leading mobility service provider with a revenue of EUR4.00 billion and around 9,000 employees worldwide. Our mobility platform ONE combines our products SIXT rent (car rental), SIXT share (car sharing), SIXT ride (taxi, ride, and chauffeur services), and SIXT+ (car subscription), giving our customers access to our fleet of 350,000 vehicles, the services of 4,000 cooperation partners, and around 5 million drivers worldwide. Together with our franchise partners, we are present in more than 110 countries at 2,000 rental stations. At SIXT, top-tier customer experience and outstanding customer service are our highest priorities. We believe in true entrepreneurship and long-term stability and align our corporate strategy with foresight. Get started with us and apply now!