Operations Manager - Construction

Steels Manager

Our client is looking for an experienced, organised and safety-focused Steels Manager to oversee and lead steel operations.

This is a key role responsible for managing teams across design, production  and administration.

The successful candidate will bring strong operational expertise, excellent people management skills and a hands-on approach to stock control, yard operations and continuous improvement.

Main Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the steels yard.
• Ensure the safe and compliant operation of lifting equipment and mechanical plant, including cranes, forklifts and telehandlers.
• Maintain stock accuracy through regular stock checks, physical inventory support, effective stock location management and timely reporting of discrepancies.
• Coordinate the safe loading, securing and dispatch of steel products in line with transport regulations, load restraint requirements and company procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe yard environment.
• Handle customer queries, complaints, and escalations professionally
• Working closely with sales, branch and transport teams.
• Complete and review all relevant documentation and digital records accurately.
• Implement, monitor and enforce health & safety procedures
• Plan labour and resource requirements effectively
• Carry out any additional duties reasonably requested

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within steel, metals distribution, construction, builders’ merchants or a similar materials-based environment 
• Proven experience supervising or managing a team
• Strong understanding of safe manual handling, load securing and correct storage procedures for steel products.
• Experience operating or coordinating mechanical handling equipment safely.
• In-depth knowledge of EN 1090 Execution Class 2
• Experience working with RWCs 
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise workload in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Managing or supporting external audits.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good literacy and numeracy skills 
• Strong commitment to promoting and adhering to company health & safety standards.
• Practical, hands-on attitude with a willingness to support yard duties when required

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 DOE + Car Allowance / Company Car, Laptop and Mobile Phone
Training and development opportunities
Comprehensive induction and ongoing support

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