Garage Manager – Müller Milk & Ingredients Distribution | Northampton Depot

Lead the Team Behind the Fleet

We’re looking for a proactive and experienced Garage Manager to join our Transport Department based at our Northampton Depot, also supporting Hoddesdon Depot (EN11 0DJ). This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong technical background and leadership skills to take charge of our Vehicle Maintenance Unit (VMU), ensuring our fleet is safe, compliant, and operating at peak performance.

• Location: Northampton Depot (NN9 6NY) - with regular travel to Hoddesdon Depot (EN11 0DJ)
• Contract: Full Time / Permanent
• Salary: Competitive (monthly paid)
• Hours: 40 hours per week

What You’ll Be Doing

As Garage Manager, you will:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the workshop and team
• Manage workloads, repairs, and ensure cost-effective maintenance
• Drive a culture of preventative maintenance and continuous improvement
• Monitor VMU productivity and budget spend
• Lead and develop your team through coaching, reviews, and performance management
• Ensure compliance with legal, safety, and audit standards
• Liaise with customers and third-party suppliers on engineering issues
• Champion health and safety, leading investigations when needed

What We’re Looking For

• Proven management experience in a workshop or fleet maintenance environment
• Strong technical qualifications (e.g. City & Guilds Part 1/2, apprentice-trained)
• Knowledge of the transportation and logistics industry
• Excellent planning, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Benefits

We value our people and offer a wide range of benefits:

• Up to 10% annual bonus
• 4 x Life Assurance policy
• Company Car
• Private Medical Insurance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Family Leave
• Enhanced Bereavement Leave
• Pension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%)
• Exclusive access to Müller Rewards, offering a variety of online and in-store discounts
• Business Supplied IT Equipment
• Concessionary products
• Career Progression and Development Opportunities
• Free parking

Ready to lead a team that keeps our fleet moving?Apply now and take the next step in your career with Müller.

Please note that applications will be reviewed week commencing 4th August.

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Contact Details:

F.A.O. UK Recruitment, Müller UK & Ireland, Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3SQ