Yard Supervisor

Lead from the Front. Drive Yard Excellence.

We take pride in supplying quality building materials with outstanding service – and we know our people are the key to that success. We're looking for a proactive Yard Supervisor who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and is ready to inspire a team to deliver exceptional service, every day.

If you're a natural leader who values teamwork, safety, and customer satisfaction, this is your opportunity to be a visible, trusted part of a business with a strong local reputation.

Your Role

As Yard Supervisor, you'll take a leading role in ensuring the efficient, safe and smooth operation of our yard. You'll motivate and guide the team, support day-to-day operations, and maintain a well-organised, professional environment that keeps customers coming back.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily yard activities including team coordination, customer service, and stock management
• Ensure all health & safety practices are followed, creating a safe environment for staff and visitors
• Carry out staff performance reviews and support development through training and mentoring
• Approve team leave requests and manage cover in line with business needs
• Welcome and assist customers, offering product knowledge and ensuring efficient order fulfilment
• Support unloading, checking and storing deliveries
• Assist with regular stock spot-checks and accurate reporting
• Uphold cleanliness and orderliness across yard and storage areas
• Report incidents and accidents promptly, following company procedures
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and standards

What You'll Bring:

• Strong communication, organisational, and team leadership skills
• Previous supervisory experience, ideally in a yard or trade environment
• Sound knowledge of health & safety procedures and safe working practices
• Confidence working outdoors in all weathers and performing manual handling tasks
• Forklift Truck Licence (Counterbalance) – desirable
• Experience in a builders' merchant or knowledge of building materials – essential
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to support wherever needed

Job Details:

• Work Pattern: 7.00am – 5.00pm Monday to Friday, plus alternate Saturdays 7.30am – 12.30pm

Salary & Benefits:

• Basic Pay: £33000-36000 per annum, DOE
• Pension scheme
• Employee discount
• Free on site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service benefit
• Discretionary bonus scheme

Why Join Us?

We're a family-run business with deep roots in our community, offering a friendly and professional work environment where every team member matters. With us, you'll be part of a team that values reliability, trust, and pride in a job well done.

Ready to Make Your Move?

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a company that recognises hard work and rewards initiative, we want to hear from you. Apply today to become part of the team.