Yard Manager

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Scaffolding Yard Manager to oversee the daily operations of a scaffolding yard. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing inventory, coordinating logistics, ensuring health and safety compliance, and leading and managing a team of yard operatives.

This role is critical in supporting site operations by ensuring timely delivery and return of scaffolding materials and maintaining a well-organized and efficient yard.

Key Responsibilities

Team Management Lead, supervise, and motivate a team of yard operatives.

· Allocate daily tasks and monitor performance to ensure efficiency and productivity.

· Provide training, support, and guidance to new and existing staff.

· Conduct regular team meetings and performance reviews.

Inventory Management

· Maintain accurate records of scaffolding materials in and out of the yard.

· Conduct regular stock checks and audits.

· Ensure damaged or defective equipment is reported and repaired or replaced.

Logistics Coordination

· Schedule and oversee the loading and unloading of scaffolding materials.

· Coordinate with transport teams to ensure timely deliveries and collections.

· Liaise with site teams to meet project requirements.

Health & Safety Compliance

· Ensure all yard activities comply with company and legal safety standards.

· Conduct regular risk assessments and toolbox talks.

· Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free yard.

Equipment Maintenance

· Oversee the maintenance and servicing of yard equipment such as forklifts and lifting gear.

· Ensure all equipment is used safely and correctly.

Qualifications & Experience

· Proven experience in a scaffolding or construction yard environment.

· Strong leadership and organizational skills.

· Experience managing or supervising a team.

· Knowledge of scaffolding components and systems.

· Forklift license (preferred).

· Understanding of health and safety regulations.

· Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Desirable Attributes

· Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

· Attention to detail and a proactive attitude.

· Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.

· Certification in scaffolding (e.g., CISRS) is a plus.