Senior Depot Manager

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

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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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:

We are a globally leading mobility service provider with a revenue of €4.00 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!