Yard Supervisor

Yard Supervisor

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon (main depot)Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4:30pm

Salary £38,000 - £42,000 plus 10% bonus

About the Role

An established and well-respected supplier within the construction and infrastructure sector is seeking a hands-on Yard Supervisor to join its busy depot in Stratford-upon-Avon.

This is a key operational role requiring a proactive individual with strong leadership skills and significant experience working within a construction or plant hire yard environment. The position is highly practical and involves working outdoors in all weather conditions, taking full responsibility for day-to-day yard operations while leading from the front.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining high operational standards, driving efficiency, and ensuring strict adherence to health and safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities

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• Oversee and supervise the day-to-day operations of the yard
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• Operate telehandlers (valid licence essential)
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• Load and unload articulated vehicles safely and efficiently
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• Sort, inspect, and manually clean hire and used materials
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• Maintain yard organisation, stock control, and operational standards
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• Complete and manage accurate daily operational paperwork
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• Supervise and support Yard Operatives, including performance management and holiday approvals
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• Coordinate temporary labour requirements where necessary
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• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a safe working environment
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• Conduct regular stock checks and maintain accuracy
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• Arrange servicing, maintenance, and upkeep of plant and yard equipment
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• Supervise site consumables, including arranging skip changes and sourcing quotes
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• Monitor fuel levels and provide accurate data for ordering
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• Support senior management with ongoing yard improvements and development
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• Provide regular updates on performance, staffing, and operational matters
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Essential Requirements

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• Extensive experience operating telehandlers within a commercial yard or construction environment (current licence required)
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• Proven experience supervising or managing operational teams in a similar setting
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• Strong understanding of employee supervision and basic HR processes
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• Experience handling construction materials and hire-based products
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• Excellent communication and organisational skills
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• Basic IT skills, including Outlook and working knowledge of Excel
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• Strong leadership ability with a hands-on, team-focused approach
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• Full UK driving licence
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• Reliable, punctual, and able to work outdoors in physically demanding conditions
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• Health & Safety experience
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What’s on Offer

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• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
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• Company pension scheme
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• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (including a Christmas shutdown period)
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• Stable, full-time position with a well-established business
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• Supportive working environment with opportunities to contribute to operational improvements
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