General Manager

Our client is a well-established and growing business within the hire industry, supplying welfare cabins, plant equipment, and tools to customers across the region. With a strong reputation for customer service and operational excellence, we are looking for an experienced General Manager to lead a busy depot operation near Nottingham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware and people-focused General Manager who enjoys leading teams, driving operational performance, and building strong customer relationships within a fast-paced hire environment.

• Salary between £45,000 and £55,000
• Monday to Friday working hours
• Company car provided
• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Additional days off provided during Christmas
• Pension scheme
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Established and supportive working environment
• Leadership role managing a team of 12 employees

As the General Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day running of a busy hire operation supplying welfare cabins, plant, and tools. The successful General Manager will lead depot operations, ensure excellent customer service standards, and drive operational efficiency across the business.

Duties will include:

• Managing transport, workshop, yard, and office operations
• Leading and developing a team of 12 employees
• Ensuring equipment is prepared and maintained to company standards
• Monitoring operational performance and depot efficiency
• Supporting customer relationships and resolving escalated issues
• Maintaining health & safety and compliance standards
• Managing stock control and asset utilisation
• Supporting recruitment, training, and employee development

This role would suit a proactive General Manager who enjoys leading from the front and creating a positive working culture.

To be successful as the General Manager, you should have:

• Previous experience within the hire industry, plant hire, tool hire, welfare hire, accommodation hire, or a related sector
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Experience managing operational performance and customer service
• Good commercial awareness and organisational ability
• A hands-on and solutions-focused approach
• Knowledge of health & safety and compliance procedures
• The ability to manage multiple departments within a busy depot environment

If you are an experienced General Manager looking for a new opportunity near Nottingham with excellent long-term prospects, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to discuss this opportunity further. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process.