248 Assistant Branch Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

Assistant Branch Manager

West Jesmond, North East City Plumbing

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Come and join us as a results driven Assistant Manager to deliver sales and exceed customer expectations as part of a hugely successful branch team.

You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.nThe Role:

As an Assistant Branch Manager, you will report directly to the Branch Manager and support the day to day running of the branch. You will identify and capitalise on every sales opportunity, inspiring your customers with the p.

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Assistant Branch Manager

Templeborough, Yorkshire and the Humber DCS Recruitment Limited

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Deputy Site Manager - Heavy Manufacturing
Location: Rotherham (On-site)
Salary: c.60,000 + excellent benefits

We are working in partnership with a leading global organisation in the industrial sector who are seeking a Deputy Site Manager to join their busy Rotherham operation. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced leader from a heavy manufacturing or plant environment to play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and supporting the Branch Manager in the day-to-day running of a complex site.



The Role

As Deputy Site Manager, you will:

  • Oversee daily operations on-site, deputising for the Branch Manager when required.

  • Lead a team of 3 direct reports , each managing up to 17 staff.

  • Manage cylinder filling and handling operations, ensuring resources meet customer demand.

  • Act as site landlord, ensuring infrastructure, fixed assets and engineering standards are monitored and maintained.

  • Coordinate production and maintenance activities within budget, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.

  • Provide cover for Production Shift Managers when necessary.

  • Oversee asset control, administration, site security, visitor inductions and emergency response.

  • Coach and develop Shift Managers, Supervisors, and maintenance staff to meet operational and personal development goals.

  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including recognised Trade Unions, ensuring positive and constructive working relationships.



What We're Looking For

  • HNC/HND (or willingness to complete).

  • NEBOSH/IOSH (or equivalent) or commitment to gain certification.

  • Proven management experience in an industrial/heavy manufacturing setting.

  • Strong people leadership skills with a track record of motivating and developing teams.

  • Experience working with Trade Unions, including applying policies in line with agreements.

  • Ability to adapt to changing business demands while maintaining efficiency and customer satisfaction.

  • Commitment to safety, integrity, and inclusive workplace behaviours.

  • Advantageous: experience in cylinder filling/handling operations and working knowledge of ISO9001/14001 systems.



Why Apply?

  • Competitive salary of around 60,000 plus benefits.

  • 25 days paid leave plus flexible leave options.

  • Pension and life assurance included.

  • Recognition & reward platform to celebrate achievements.

  • Excellent career progression with opportunities to grow within a global organisation.

  • A workplace culture built on Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, and Community .

    If you are interested please apply and Max Carr from DCS Will be in touch

DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality

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Assistant Branch Manager

TS17 Thornaby on Tees, North East Kiota Recruitment

Posted 6 days ago

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A nationwide Engineering & Plant-Hire business with a strong branch network is looking for an Assistant Branch Manager to support its busy Middlesbrough operation.

This role is all about keeping the branch running smoothly, combining operational oversight, team leadership, and customer service to ensure safe, efficient, and profitable performance.

Working alongside the Branch Manager, you’ll take day-to-day responsibility for people, processes, and performance, so we are looking for a confident and organised leader who can balance commercial results with hands-on support.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Oversee branch activities including hire desk, transport planning, and customer service
  • li>Coordinate workshop and yard teams to ensure equipment is available, maintained, and delivered on time
  • Supervise drivers and relief staff while maintaining strong H&S standards
  • Support financial performance by controlling costs, managing assets, and ensuring debts are chased promptly
  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships, supporting growth opportunities in the region
  • Act as deputy in the Branch Manager’s absence, ensuring operations stay on track
  • < i>Promote SHEQ compliance through toolbox talks, risk assessments, and audits
  • Coach and motivate team members, creating a culture of high performance and accountability

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Previous experience in a supervisory or management role within Hire environment into the water industry, construction, or other engineering services
  • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance service and profitability
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage both staff and customers
  • Well-organised, able to manage priorities in a fast-moving environment
  • Confident and personable, with a proactive and enthusiastic approach to challenges.
  • Proficient in IT, particularly in data analysis using Microsoft Office tools like Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Full UK driving licence is essential with flexibility to travel within the designated territory and across the UK as needed.

The ideal candidate will be Branch or Hire manager with a background in plant hire of heavy equipment such as pumps, tooling, lifting equipment or construction-related rental.

Summary:

Position:    Assistant Branch Manager

Location:    Middlesbrough

Type:    Permanent, full-time

Salary:    £54,000 – £60,000 Includes Bonus

Benefits:    Bonus + Private Medical + Others

Start:    Notice dependent

This role offers the opportunity for an experienced leader to take a key position within a respected national business, combining operational oversight with hands-on involvement in a fast-paced branch environment.

Apply now or contact the Kiota team for more details.

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Assistant Branch Manager

Warwickshire, West Midlands Cameo Consultancy

Posted 7 days ago

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Cameo is working exclusively with Land Tyre Service and supporting their search for an Assistant Branch Manager. If you're looking for a hands-on role, working for a busy branch, this role is for you! This is a full time, permanent position and you will be based in Southam, with a salary of 35,000 + OTE.

At Land Tyre Service , they take pride in delivering fast, reliable and honest tyre supply and fitting services across their growing network of branches. With a strong reputation built on trust, value, and professionalism, they're committed to keeping customers safe on the road while supporting the team with the tools and training needed to succeed.

As Assistant Branch Manager , you will support the Branch Manager in the smooth running of the day-to-day operations, ensuring exceptional customer service, efficient workflow, and a safe, productive workshop environment. You will be a team player, problem-solver, and someone who leads by example, ready to step up when needed and help the branch hit its targets.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Hands on tyre fitting (a wide range of tyres)
  • Assisting with the day-to-day management of the branch, ensuring smooth and efficient operations
  • Supervising and motivating workshop and front-of-house staff to maintain high service standards
  • Delivering excellent customer service-handling enquiries, bookings, and complaints in a professional manner
  • Managing tyre and parts stock levels, processing orders, taking payments and liaising with suppliers, as needed
  • Supporting workshop planning and ensure timely completion of all jobs
  • Promoting Land Tyre Service's range of tyres and vehicle services to help meet branch sales targets
  • Ensuring all health & safety and company procedures are followed at all times
  • Training and supporting new team members and assist with staff development
  • Stepping into the Branch Manager role during absences or busy periods

What We're Looking For:

  • Previous experience in an Assistant Manager or Supervisor role within a tyre centre, fast-fit, or automotive service environment
  • Hands on experienced tyre technician
  • Strong understanding of tyres, tyre fitting, vehicle maintenance, and workshop operations
  • A customer-first attitude and excellent communication skills
  • Proven leadership skills and experience managing or guiding a team
  • Able to work in a fast-paced, physically active environment
  • Full UK driving licence

Hours: 8.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday and 8.00am -12.00noon Saturday (moving to a rota system for Saturdays)

If you are an experienced automotive professional ready to take the next step in your career with a trusted name in the tyre and service industry, we'd love to hear from you.

Employ Direct is a subsidiary of Cameo Consultancy. All suitable applications will be forwarded to our client, and they will be in touch with you directly.

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Assistant Branch Manager

Oundle, East Midlands Interaction Recruitment

Posted 7 days ago

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Assistant Branch Manager - £25k-£0k Basic + Commission ( 0k - 5K) OTE

Salary: Competitive Basic + Generous Commission/Bonus Structure ( 0k - 5k) OTE
Type: Full-time | Permanent

Are you a polished property professional with a proven track record in residential sales? Do you have the confidence and capability to represent a premium brand at the highest standard? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

We are representing a prestigious and market-leading estate agency, renowned for dedication to excellence, integrity, and client service. As they continue to grow, they are seeking an experienced Assistant Branch Manager to join the vibrant team.

About the Role:

As a senior figure in the office, you will play a key role in driving revenue, supporting the Branch Manager, and ensuring clients receive an exceptional and outstanding experience. This is a rare opportunity to join a respected name in the industry, where quality takes precedence over quantity.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct market appraisals and convert valuations into instructions
  • Negotiate offers and progress sales through to completion
  • Mentor and support junior team members
  • Assist in the day-to-day management of the branch
  • Help lead the team to exceed sales targets and deliver first-class service
  • Uphold and represent the brand with professionalism and integrity at all times
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and buyers

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Sales Negotiator or Sales Valuer
  • Experience within a premium or high-end property environment (preferred)
  • A polished, professional, and empathetic demeanour
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • The drive and ambition to go the extra mile for clients
  • A full UK driving licence and own vehicle (essential)

What’s On Offer:

  • A prestigious brand and respected name in the property sector
  • Competitive basic salary with a great bonus structure
  • Great opportunities for career development and progression
  • Supportive and experienced leadership team
  • Ongoing training and access to premium marketing tools

If you feel you have the necessary skillset and experience to step into this great Senior Sales Negotiator position, then please apply below! Alternatively, contact the Peterborough office on (phone number removed).

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Assistant Branch Manager

M1 Ancoats, North West LJ Recruitment

Posted 9 days ago

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Assistant Branch Manager


Our Manchester client in the Banking sector is seeking an Assistant Branch Manager to join the team as soon as possible on permanent basis with a salary of 32,000 on offer. This role comes with a great perks package including private healthcare, generous holiday.


What does the role entail?
Working as the Assistant Branch Manager the purpose of the role is to oversee the operational aspects of the branch and manage the personal bankers' operational duties. Whilst the Area Branch Manager has the ultimate responsibility at Branch level, he or she has a greater business development responsibility than previously and will often be operating off premises. As such, the Assistant Branch Manager will frequently oversee the branch with a direct reporting line to his Area Branch Manager and a dotted line relationship with Head Retail Operations.


What skills will you have?
The ideal candidate for Assistant Branch Manager would have prior experience and understanding of operational aspects of a retail branch, KYC, AML, risk control of UK retail banking and the ability to manage a small team of Personal Bankers.


You should also have:
* Excellent knowledge of banking operations & procedures
* Good staff management skills
* Customer focused
* Enhanced organisational skills
* Willing to take on extra responsibility from time to time
* Ability to work with minimal supervision


What is on offer?
This permanent position as an Assistant Branch Manager, is the opportunity to join a supportive but hardworking team. The salary on offer is 32,000 per annum. A great incentive package is also available.


How to apply?
To be considered for this Assistant Branch Manager position please click apply now.

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Assistant Branch Manager

Wednesfield, West Midlands Kiota Recruitment

Posted 9 days ago

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A nationwide Engineering & Plant-Hire business with a strong branch network is looking for an Assistant Branch Manager to support its busy Birmingham operation.

This role is all about keeping the branch running smoothly, combining operational oversight, team leadership, and customer service to ensure safe, efficient, and profitable performance.

Working alongside the Branch Manager, you’ll take day-to-day responsibility for people, processes, and performance, so we are looking for a confident and organised leader who can balance commercial results with hands-on support.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Oversee branch activities including hire desk, transport planning, and customer service
  • li>Coordinate workshop and yard teams to ensure equipment is available, maintained, and delivered on time
  • Supervise drivers and relief staff while maintaining strong H&S standards
  • Support financial performance by controlling costs, managing assets, and ensuring debts are chased promptly
  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships, supporting growth opportunities in the region
  • Act as deputy in the Branch Manager’s absence, ensuring operations stay on track
  • < i>Promote SHEQ compliance through toolbox talks, risk assessments, and audits
  • Coach and motivate team members, creating a culture of high performance and accountability

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Previous experience in a supervisory or management role within Hire environment into the water industry, construction, or other engineering services
  • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance service and profitability
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage both staff and customers
  • Well-organised, able to manage priorities in a fast-moving environment
  • Confident and personable, with a proactive and enthusiastic approach to challenges.
  • Proficient in IT, particularly in data analysis using Microsoft Office tools like Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Full UK driving licence is essential with flexibility to travel within the designated territory and across the UK as needed.

The ideal candidate will be Branch or Hire manager with a background in plant hire of heavy equipment such as pumps, tooling, lifting equipment or construction-related rental.

Summary:

Position:    Assistant Branch Manager

Location:    Birmingham

Type:    Permanent, full-time

Salary:    £54,000 – £60,000 Includes Bonus

Benefits:    Bonus + Private Medical + Others

Start:    Notice dependent

This role offers the opportunity for an experienced leader to take a key position within a respected national business, combining operational oversight with hands-on involvement in a fast-paced branch environment.

Apply now or contact the Kiota team for more details.

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Assistant Branch Manager

WV12 Willenhall South, West Midlands Selwood Limited

Posted 9 days ago

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Our Business

Selwood is the leading pump rental solutions company in the UK. We have an outstanding reputation for exceptional customer service backed by one of the largest fleets of quality pump products.  Each customer and each project is unique and our deep technical knowledge means we are proud to deliver a bespoke and genuine 24/7, 365 days-a-year service.

With an unrivalled depth of technical pumping expertise; a pedigree spanning seven decades and employing a wide variety of skilled staff throughout our nationwide network of branches, our ever-growing business is one of the largest privately owned companies serving the Water, Environmental and Construction industries.

We are committed to ensuring our staff have the right skills, knowledge & experience to deliver to our customers, as well as creating career paths to help develop, retain and motivate them.

About The Role

Due to business growth, we have an exciting new opportunity for an Assistant Branch Manager to join our team, to support our Branch Manager based in the Birmingham Branch.

You will play a key role in the growth of Selwood by helping to ensure the branch meets or better still, exceeds plan and objectives. As an Assistant Branch Manager, you will be working with other departmental functions to ensure smooth operational running in the absence of the Branch Manager.

Health and Safety is a priority value to us - we believe everyone should be safe at work, and return home safely at the end of the day.  You will need to have a high focus on health and safety, actively seeking safer ways of working, promptly addressing any concerns over unsafe acts, ensuring compliance training is up to date, and working closely with the SHEQ team.

You will need management experience and be able to lead by example, demonstrating effective behaviours and developing an excellent team spirit and outstanding quality of service.

You will need to have a strong understanding of company administration, quality assurance and health, safety and environmental policies, ensuring they are fully adhered to and that all activities are carried out in full compliance both with our policies and relevant regulations and statutory legislation.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Proactively promote health and safety by working closely with the Branch Manager, all branch staff and the SHEQ Department to minimise the risk of illness and injury to employees and legal and regulatory noncompliance.
  • li>Oversee daily running of the hire desk office, ensuring its effective delivery.  Collaborating with the Territory Manager & Solution Teams to ensure a professional service is provided at all times. li>Assist the Branch Manager to achieve planned profits and ROI% through the effective control of plant, operating costs, and pricing.
  • Work closely with the Workshop Manager/Team to deliver effective maintenance and repairs for all company assets within the branch.
  • Regularly review the designated area performance with respective managers, customers and other internal departments against KPI’s measures, ensuring continuous improvement.
  • < i>Support the Branch Manager to develop and motivate direct reporting staff and ensure effective management of all personnel within the branch.
  • Carry out monthly KPI reports for Framework customers, ensuring agreed deadlines are met.

Please note, there is also a requirement to be part of an on call rota for this role.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Experience of successfully supervising or leading a team, being able to demonstrate supervisory/leadership skills and the ability to develop, coach, motivate and engage a team.
  • Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen and offer clear and constructive feedback. A vision for the business and the wider team, the ability to adapt and be decisive in a rapid pace environment.
  • You will need to be highly organised with efficient time management and have the ability to prioritise accordingly.
  • You will need to be confident with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Proactive and enthusiastic attitude
  • IT Literate. Be able to analyse data on Microsoft Packages such as excel / word / outlook.
  • Ability and willingness to travel within territory and throughout the UK as and when necessary.

What we can offer you

We understand balancing work and life commitments isn’t always easy, that’s why we’ve designed our benefits package to support you in all areas of life.

Competitive salary

Eligible for company bonus scheme (annual and quarterly payments)

Medicash Scheme – medical expenses scheme (access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships)

Single Bupa Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary

25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

Holiday trading (an annual option to buy additional holiday days)

Increasing annual leave entitlement with long service

3x your annual salary life insurance (DIS)

Support for development and training

Employee assistance programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health first aiders

Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more)

Employee referral scheme

This role is not open to Agencies - Please no calls or emails - Thank you.

EDI Statement

Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

We value transparency, respecting others and understanding differences. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. 

As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.

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Assistant Branch Manager

Nottinghamshire, East Midlands Selwood Limited

Posted 9 days ago

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full time

Our Business

Selwood is the leading pump rental solutions company in the UK. We have an outstanding reputation for exceptional customer service backed by one of the largest fleets of quality pump products.  Each customer and each project is unique and our deep technical knowledge means we are proud to deliver a bespoke and genuine 24/7, 365 days-a-year service.

With an unrivalled depth of technical pumping expertise; a pedigree spanning seven decades and employing a wide variety of skilled staff throughout our nationwide network of branches, our ever-growing business is one of the largest privately owned companies serving the Water, Environmental and Construction industries.

We are committed to ensuring our staff have the right skills, knowledge & experience to deliver to our customers, as well as creating career paths to help develop, retain and motivate them.

About The Role

Due to business growth, we have an exciting new opportunity for an Assistant Branch Manager to join our team, to support our Branch Manager based in the Nottingham Branch.

You will play a key role in the growth of Selwood by helping to ensure the branch meets or better still, exceeds plan and objectives. As an Assistant Branch Manager, you will be working with other departmental functions to ensure smooth operational running in the absence of the Branch Manager.

Health and Safety is a priority value to us - we believe everyone should be safe at work, and return home safely at the end of the day.  You will need to have a high focus on health and safety, actively seeking safer ways of working, promptly addressing any concerns over unsafe acts, ensuring compliance training is up to date, and working closely with the SHEQ team.

You will need management experience and be able to lead by example, demonstrating effective behaviours and developing an excellent team spirit and outstanding quality of service.

You will need to have a strong understanding of company administration, quality assurance and health, safety and environmental policies, ensuring they are fully adhered to and that all activities are carried out in full compliance both with our policies and relevant regulations and statutory legislation.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Proactively promote health and safety by working closely with the Branch Manager, all branch staff and the SHEQ Department to minimise the risk of illness and injury to employees and legal and regulatory noncompliance.
  • li>Oversee daily running of the hire desk office, ensuring its effective delivery.  Collaborating with the Territory Manager & Solution Teams to ensure a professional service is provided at all times. li>Assist the Branch Manager to achieve planned profits and ROI% through the effective control of plant, operating costs, and pricing.
  • Work closely with the Workshop Manager/Team to deliver effective maintenance and repairs for all company assets within the branch.
  • Regularly review the designated area performance with respective managers, customers and other internal departments against KPI’s measures, ensuring continuous improvement.
  • < i>Support the Branch Manager to develop and motivate direct reporting staff and ensure effective management of all personnel within the branch.
  • Carry out monthly KPI reports for Framework customers, ensuring agreed deadlines are met.

Please note, there is also a requirement to be part of an on call rota for this role.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Experience of successfully supervising or leading a team, being able to demonstrate supervisory/leadership skills and the ability to develop, coach, motivate and engage a team.
  • Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen and offer clear and constructive feedback. A vision for the business and the wider team, the ability to adapt and be decisive in a rapid pace environment.
  • You will need to be highly organised with efficient time management and have the ability to prioritise accordingly.
  • You will need to be confident with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Proactive and enthusiastic attitude
  • IT Literate. Be able to analyse data on Microsoft Packages such as excel / word / outlook.
  • Ability and willingness to travel within territory and throughout the UK as and when necessary.

What we can offer you

We understand balancing work and life commitments isn’t always easy, that’s why we’ve designed our benefits package to support you in all areas of life.

Competitive salary

Eligible for company bonus scheme (annual and quarterly payments)

Medicash Scheme – medical expenses scheme (access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships)

Single Bupa Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary

25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

Holiday trading (an annual option to buy additional holiday days)

Increasing annual leave entitlement with long service

3x your annual salary life insurance (DIS)

Support for development and training

Employee assistance programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health first aiders

Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more)

Employee referral scheme

This role is not open to Agencies - Please no calls or emails - Thank you.

EDI Statement

Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

We value transparency, respecting others and understanding differences. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. 

As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.

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Assistant Branch Manager

MK40 Bedford, Eastern Selwood Limited

Posted 9 days ago

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full time

Our Business

Selwood is the leading pump rental solutions company in the UK. We have an outstanding reputation for exceptional customer service backed by one of the largest fleets of quality pump products.  Each customer and each project is unique and our deep technical knowledge means we are proud to deliver a bespoke and genuine 24/7, 365 days-a-year service.

With an unrivalled depth of technical pumping expertise; a pedigree spanning seven decades and employing a wide variety of skilled staff throughout our nationwide network of branches, our ever-growing business is one of the largest privately owned companies serving the Water, Environmental and Construction industries.

We are committed to ensuring our staff have the right skills, knowledge & experience to deliver to our customers, as well as creating career paths to help develop, retain and motivate them.

About The Role

Due to business growth, we have an exciting new opportunity for an Assistant Branch Manager to join our team, to support our Branch Manager based in the Bedford Branch.

You will play a key role in the growth of Selwood by helping to ensure the branch meets or better still, exceeds plan and objectives. As an Assistant Branch Manager, you will be working with other departmental functions to ensure smooth operational running in the absence of the Branch Manager.

Health and Safety is a priority value to us - we believe everyone should be safe at work, and return home safely at the end of the day.  You will need to have a high focus on health and safety, actively seeking safer ways of working, promptly addressing any concerns over unsafe acts, ensuring compliance training is up to date, and working closely with the SHEQ team.

You will need management experience and be able to lead by example, demonstrating effective behaviours and developing an excellent team spirit and outstanding quality of service.

You will need to have a strong understanding of company administration, quality assurance and health, safety and environmental policies, ensuring they are fully adhered to and that all activities are carried out in full compliance both with our policies and relevant regulations and statutory legislation.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Proactively promote health and safety by working closely with the Branch Manager, all branch staff and the SHEQ Department to minimise the risk of illness and injury to employees and legal and regulatory noncompliance.
  • li>Oversee daily running of the hire desk office, ensuring its effective delivery.  Collaborating with the Territory Manager & Solution Teams to ensure a professional service is provided at all times. li>Assist the Branch Manager to achieve planned profits and ROI% through the effective control of plant, operating costs, and pricing.
  • Work closely with the Workshop Manager/Team to deliver effective maintenance and repairs for all company assets within the branch.
  • Regularly review the designated area performance with respective managers, customers and other internal departments against KPI’s measures, ensuring continuous improvement.
  • < i>Support the Branch Manager to develop and motivate direct reporting staff and ensure effective management of all personnel within the branch.
  • Carry out monthly KPI reports for Framework customers, ensuring agreed deadlines are met.

Please note, there is also a requirement to be part of an on call rota for this role.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Experience of successfully supervising or leading a team, being able to demonstrate supervisory/leadership skills and the ability to develop, coach, motivate and engage a team.
  • Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen and offer clear and constructive feedback. A vision for the business and the wider team, the ability to adapt and be decisive in a rapid pace environment.
  • You will need to be highly organised with efficient time management and have the ability to prioritise accordingly.
  • You will need to be confident with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Proactive and enthusiastic attitude
  • IT Literate. Be able to analyse data on Microsoft Packages such as excel / word / outlook.
  • Ability and willingness to travel within territory and throughout the UK as and when necessary.

What we can offer you

We understand balancing work and life commitments isn’t always easy, that’s why we’ve designed our benefits package to support you in all areas of life.

Competitive salary

Eligible for company bonus scheme (annual and quarterly payments)

Medicash Scheme – medical expenses scheme (access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships)

Single Bupa Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary

25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

Holiday trading (an annual option to buy additional holiday days)

Increasing annual leave entitlement with long service

3x your annual salary life insurance (DIS)

Support for development and training

Employee assistance programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health first aiders

Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more)

Employee referral scheme

This role is not open to Agencies - Please no calls or emails - Thank you.

EDI Statement

Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

We value transparency, respecting others and understanding differences. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. 

As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.

This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.

Assistant Branch Manager

MK40 Bedford, Eastern Kiota Recruitment

Posted 9 days ago

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full time

A nationwide Engineering & Plant-Hire business with a strong branch network is looking for an Assistant Branch Manager to support its busy Bedford operation.

This role is all about keeping the branch running smoothly, combining operational oversight, team leadership, and customer service to ensure safe, efficient, and profitable performance.

Working alongside the Branch Manager, you’ll take day-to-day responsibility for people, processes, and performance, so we are looking for a confident and organised leader who can balance commercial results with hands-on support.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Oversee branch activities including hire desk, transport planning, and customer service
  • li>Coordinate workshop and yard teams to ensure equipment is available, maintained, and delivered on time
  • Supervise drivers and relief staff while maintaining strong H&S standards
  • Support financial performance by controlling costs, managing assets, and ensuring debts are chased promptly
  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships, supporting growth opportunities in the region
  • Act as deputy in the Branch Manager’s absence, ensuring operations stay on track
  • < i>Promote SHEQ compliance through toolbox talks, risk assessments, and audits
  • Coach and motivate team members, creating a culture of high performance and accountability

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Previous experience in a supervisory or management role within Hire environment into the water industry, construction, or other engineering services
  • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance service and profitability
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage both staff and customers
  • Well-organised, able to manage priorities in a fast-moving environment
  • Confident and personable, with a proactive and enthusiastic approach to challenges.
  • Proficient in IT, particularly in data analysis using Microsoft Office tools like Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Full UK driving licence is essential with flexibility to travel within the designated territory and across the UK as needed.

The ideal candidate will be Branch or Hire manager with a background in plant hire of heavy equipment such as pumps, tooling, lifting equipment or construction-related rental.

Summary:

Position:    Assistant Branch Manager

Location:    Bedford

Type:    Permanent, full-time

Salary:    £54,000 – £60,000 Including Bonus

Benefits:    Bonus + Private Medical + Others

Start:    Notice dependent

This role offers the opportunity for an experienced leader to take a key position within a respected national business, combining operational oversight with hands-on involvement in a fast-paced branch environment.

Apply now or contact the Kiota team for more details.

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