Yard Supervisor

Yard Supervisor

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

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

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

Essential Requirements

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

What's on Offer

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