Yard Foreperson in Caerphilly

Yard Foreperson Location Pengam

We’re looking for a proactive and hands‑on Yard Foreperson to oversee the smooth running of our yard, warehouse, and transport operations. Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring efficiency, safety, and outstanding customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate yard staff and drivers to maximise productivity.
• Maintain safe, organised storage and stock presentation across the yard and warehouse.
• Schedule and oversee customer deliveries, ensuring vehicles are used effectively.
• Ensure all vehicles and forklifts are checked daily, maintained, and kept safe and presentable.
• Provide excellent customer service to both trade and retail customers, offering advice where required.
• Oversee the accurate picking, loading, and unloading of stock for deliveries, collections, and transfers.
• Contribute to stock management, accuracy, and rotation, including ongoing stock takes.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, company procedures, and security requirements.
• Support and develop staff through training, appraisals, and day‑to‑day coaching.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or team‑leading experience, ideally within a builders’ merchant, warehouse, or logistics environment.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to motivate a team.
• A customer‑first approach with excellent communication skills.
• Good knowledge of health & safety practices.
• Forklift licence (or willingness to train) would be an advantage.
• Basic IT skills for stock and system checks.

Benefits

• Profit Share Bonus Scheme
• Online discount portal including money off retail brands and holidays
• Employee Care Helpline and access to a digital GP
• Staff discount scheme
• Death in Service
• Formal training and career progression opportunities

Hours of Work

Average of 40.75 hours per week: Monday to Friday 7.30am – 4.30pm plus every other Saturday morning 8.00am – 12.00pm.

Salary

Depending on experience.

If you’re an organised, safety‑conscious leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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