Removals Branch Manager / Operations Manager

Gloucestershire 

Ready to lead a high-performing removals branch or step into a broader operations remit? This is a superb opportunity to join a respected, well-established removals business where you'll have real autonomy, a supportive leadership team, and clear progression.

Whether your strength is running a branch day-to-day or orchestrating multi-crew operations across complex moves, we will shape the role around your experience and ambitions.

The opportunity

• Take ownership of a thriving branch or lead wider operations, with the scope to influence strategy, people, service and results.
• Work with a reputable brand, modern kit and invested leadership that backs good ideas and rewards strong performance.
• Tailored development and a defined pathway, whether you aim to be a top-tier Branch Manager or step into multi-site / regional Operations management.

What you'll do

• Plan and schedule domestic, commercial and international moves, including part loads, surveys and special projects.
• Lead, brief and support crews and office teams; set rotas, allocate vehicles, materials and resources to maximise utilisation and service.
• Own the customer journey end-to-end: enquiries, quotations, follow-ups, insurance guidance, issue resolution and post-move care.
• Keep operations safe, compliant and efficient: H&S, RAMS, vehicle and driver standards, training, audits and continuous improvement.
• Manage performance and costs: margins, KPIs, stock and materials, supplier liaison and simple, focused reporting.
• Drive local business development in tandem with head office marketing; nurture repeat and referral work.

About you

• Proven removals experience with responsibility for people, planning and service delivery; supervisory or managerial background preferred.
• Calm organiser with excellent communication skills and confident telephone manner; comfortable with industry software and Microsoft tools.
• Hands-on leader who sets standards, supports the team and solves problems quickly. Survey experience and knowledge of insurance options are advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence; higher licences, BAR standards knowledge or H&S qualifications are a plus.

Why this role?

• A genuine say in how the branch runs and how operations evolve.
• The ability to tailor your remit: start as Branch Manager or Operations Manager, with progression linked to clear, achievable milestones.
• Competitive package with benefits, training and long-term career growth.

How to apply

Please email your CV or a short note about your experience and availability. If you'd like an initial confidential chat, get in touch.

Email: careers@redrecruit.com

Phone: 01376 503567

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