Car Compound Manager

Yard Manager / Car Compound ManagerLocation: PeterboroughSalary: Up to £40,000 per annumWorking Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pmJob Type: PermanentAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and proactive Yard Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a busy vehicle yard in Peterborough. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient movement and storage of vehicles while maintaining high operational standards across the site.You will manage a team of 6 full-time employees along with a number of part-time staff, providing leadership, support, and development to ensure productivity and performance targets are consistently achieved.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage all daily yard operations, ensuring vehicles are stored, parked, and moved efficiently across the site.Oversee vehicle movements between the yard, workshops, valeting, and preparation areas, ensuring vehicles follow the correct operational processes.Maintain accurate vehicle records and stock control systems to ensure vehicles can be located quickly and remain within agreed turnaround times.Monitor labour costs, overtime, and vehicle damage costs, taking action where necessary to maintain operational efficiency.Promote and enforce health and safety procedures, ensuring a safe working environment for employees, contractors, and visitors.Manage, motivate, and develop a team of 6 full-time staff and additional part-time employees through coaching, ..... full job details .....