Yard Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for a Yard Manager based in Bedfordshire for one of our clients on a Full time permanent basis. 

Summary of the Yard Manager role 

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
Location: Bedfordshire 
Type of Contract: Permanent  
Hours: Monday – Friday 7am – 5pm.  (2 Saturdays a month maximum when required 7am-12pm)

Responsibilities of the Yard Manager

•  Lead, motivate and manage all yard operatives – currently 25 people
• Conduct regular performance reviews and manage attendance, punctuality and holiday requests
• Identify training requirements and support employee development
• Weekly team briefings
• Ensure full compliance with all company health and safety policies, procedures and statutory requirements
• Monitor and audit daily and weekly forklift, plant and equipment inspections
• Ensure the yard remains clean and organised and free from hazards
• Oversee all loading and unloading activities
• Manage daily workload allocation
• Maintain accurate stock records
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies and implement preventative measures
• Oversee delivery scheduling and vehicle utilisation
• Coordinate with the administration and transport teams
• Investigate customer queries relating to deliveries, returns and stock discrepancies
• Produce management reports

Requirements for a successful Yard Manager

•  Previous management experience
•  SMSTS or SSSTS
•  First aid trained
•  Counterbalance or telehandler license

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