Scaffold Yard Foreman in Preston

Overview

We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Scaffold Yard Foreman to take full responsibility for the daily running of our scaffold yard operations. This is a critical leadership role ensuring that scaffolding equipment and materials are controlled, inspected, maintained, and distributed in a safe, efficient, and timely manner to support multiple projects across the business.

The Foreman will manage a team of yard operatives and drivers, enforce strict compliance with health & safety standards, maintain accurate stock records, and work closely with Contracts, Transport, and Operations teams to ensure smooth project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Yard Operations & Material Control

• Oversee the loading, unloading, inspection, cleaning, and segregation of scaffolding materials.
• Plan and allocate resources to ensure materials are prepared and dispatched to site in line with project schedules.
• Maintain stock control systems, ensuring accurate counts and minimising losses, theft, or misplacement.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Enforce compliance with HSEQ policies, industry regulations, and safe systems of work at all times.
• Conduct risk assessments, safety briefings, and toolbox talks with yard staff.
• Monitor and maintain statutory records of inspections, plant/equipment checks, and lifting gear certification.

Leadership & Staff Management

• Lead, train, and motivate yard operatives to maintain high levels of performance, discipline, and teamwork.
• Provide on-the-job coaching and support, identifying training needs and upskilling opportunities.
• Manage work allocation, rotas, holidays, and overtime requirements to ensure adequate coverage.

Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and timely records of stock levels, deliveries, inspections, and yard activity.
• Provide weekly and monthly reports to senior management on yard performance, material shortages, and operational challenges.
• Work with Contracts and Transport Managers to forecast material and logistics needs.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience as a Yard Foreman, Yard Supervisor, or similar role in scaffolding, construction, or hire industry.
• Solid working knowledge of scaffolding materials and industry standards.
• Demonstrable supervisory/leadership ability, managing teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, able to prioritise multiple demands.
• Strong health & safety knowledge, ideally with IOSH/SSSTS or equivalent qualification.
• Competent in record-keeping and basic IT systems (Excel, stock management software, handheld scanners).
• Forklift/telehandler certification (essential or willingness to train).
• CISRS scaffolding background advantageous but not mandatory.

Personal Attributes

• Safety-conscious, disciplined, and reliable.
• Strong communicator, confident giving instructions and feedback.
• Proactive and resourceful with a “can do” approach.
• Approachable, supportive, and a strong team leader.
• Practical problem-solver with attention to detail.
• Adaptable, able to work under pressure and to deadlines.

Reporting Lines

• Reports to: Operational Director and Construction Director
• Works closely with: Contracts Managers, HSEQ Team, Transport Team, Yard Operatives, Drivers

Package

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience).
• Company pension scheme.
• 22 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays.
• Full-time, permanent role with genuine progression opportunities.
• Training and development support (e.g. forklift, IOSH, leadership training).
• Long-term career stability with a well-established and growing business