Job Introduction
We have an exciting new opportunity for a Depot Supervisor to join our established depot in Swindon. Working Monday to Friday you’ll supervise a team of operators to carry out a variety of tasks in the depot as well as carry out your own daily duties. Working hours are 7am-5pm with two 30-minute breaks throughout the day. Occasional overtime may also be available at weekends.
Key Responsibilities
- Daily briefing, planning, adhering to and applying safety regulations
- Liaising with and implementing operations from management
- Basic office and administration duties
- Operating a forklift truck and shunting HGVs, or willing to learn as this is a mandatory requirement for general duties
- Taking responsibility for security and safety of the depot and filling in when management is absent
- Customer service - dealing directly with suppliers and work colleagues
What We’re Looking For
- Full and valid UK driving license (mandatory)
- Previous supervisory experience within a similar role
- Knowledge of the hire and construction industry or familiar with trackway and rail products
- Willing to work in all weathers
- A positive attitude to the workload and schedules and work well under pressure
- Willing to undergo any training that may be requested
- IT literate and holds a good understanding of Microsoft packages, e.g., Excel, Word etc.
- Excellent organisational skills & ability to prioritise
- Key verbal and communication skills
- Holds a Forklift truck/Telehandler ticket or be willing to undergo training for this.
- Desirable extras include CSCS, Banksman, Hiab and crane operators certifications, or be willing to undergo training for these
What We Can Offer You
- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrifice pension
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Additional holiday purchase scheme
- Free Tool Hire
- Life Assurance cover 3x salary
- Share save scheme
- Eye care vouchers
- Recommend a friend scheme
- Learning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
- Cycle to work scheme
- Long service recognition
- My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
- Discounts on HP products
- EE mobile contract discount offers
- Gym discounts
- Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
- Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining
A Little Bit About Us
TPA Portable Roadways is one of Europe’s leading and fastest growing providers of temporary access solutions. Our teams support the essential industries defining Britain’s future, including key Government infrastructure projects, transmission, power, renewable energy, water, rail, and construction. When you join us, you’re not just starting a job; you’re helping to build and maintain the infrastructure that shapes the nation’s future.
Our roles are hands on, varied and genuinely meaningful. You’ll help deliver adaptable access systems for major national projects, working with equipment designed for challenging environments. Safety, training, and support are built into everything we do, giving you the confidence to grow and succeed.
We’re trusted by industry leaders for our quality, innovation unrivalled service, and commitment to sustainability. Our products and services ensure site operations are safe, designed to protect natural environments and ensure our customers projects stay ‘on track’.
If you want a career where your work matters, that provides you with a platform to develop new skills and contribute to projects that power and connect communities, TPA is the place to build your future.
Explore our opportunities and join a team proud to support Britain’s infrastructure.
TPA is proud member of the Vp group of companies, Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe a diverse workforce strengthens our business, and we recruit based on skills and experience.
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