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RSD Recruitment are working with a respected business in the material handling industry to find a Branch Manager for one of their depots. This role is all about steady leadership, taking responsibility, and making sure your site runs safely, smoothly and efficiently. As Branch Manager, youll be trusted to guide your team, keep compliance in order, and create a workplace where people can do their best work. Its a role that suits someone calm, organised and people-focused a manager who prefers leading by example rather than by noise. What youll be doing Supporting, coaching and motivating your team of technicians and staff Owning depot safety: weekly checks, compliance, colleague training, and clear standards Keeping the branch compliant annual inspections, risk assessments, PAT testing, equipment checks Managing performance fairly and consistently Planning and allocating resources: staff, equipment, scheduling and stock availability Making sure operational processes are followed and improved where needed Completing and passing audits, PDI checks and other standards Supporting the regional manager with wider responsibilities where required Building professional, steady relationships with customers, colleagues and suppliers What were looking for Experience as a branch / depot / service manager or in a similar leadership role Ideally, knowledge of forklifts, plant hire, or mechanical handling (though related industries considered) A thoughtful leader approachable, consistent, and able to bring out the best in others Organised, detail-focused and comfortable managing compliance and process Calm under pressure, with a practical problem-solving approach Good IT skills (Protean experience would be an advantage, but not essential) Whats on offer Competitive salary + discretionary annual bonus Company-provided tools and equipment Life assurance Cycle-to-work scheme Costco membership after probation Company pension (5% employee, 3% employer) 23 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising with service) Long service holiday rewards Ongoing training and development to support your career This role will appeal to someone who takes pride in running a safe, efficient and well-organised branch. If you prefer steady, thoughtful leadership over big speeches and if you want to be part of a company where your team and depot genuinely rely on you wed like to hear from you. TPBN1_UKTJ