We are looking for an experienced Depot Foreman to join an aspiring company based in Featherstone, Wakefield. This is an ideal role for a Depot Foreman who is highly organised and conscientious.
The role of the Depot Foreman involves:
- Manage and be responsible for yard/depot workforce, plant, materials, suppliers and sub-contractors.
- Assist with phasing, planning and programing of plant and programming of plant/materials/equipment required for each contract.
- Manage the yard/Depot/fleet QUENSH performance in line with company policies.
- Completion of yard/depot/fleet files in line with company policy and QMS and ensure compliance.
- Responsible for yard/Depot communications with workforce/suppliers and sub- contractors.
- Assist with operations training and competency in line with company policy and QMS and ensure compliance.
- Support the company’s objectives in term of Health and Safety and Environmental
- Manage, promote and enhance Safe working in all activities involving the Depot and yard.
- Management of vehicle defect reporting, and repairs.
- Ensure that the depot is run in an efficient/cost effective manner with regards to all plant and machinery including the company’s vehicle fleet.
- Ensure that co-operation with the Contract managers/ Senior Supervisors that a minimum stock level of all materials is maintained at all times.
- Ensure that co-operation with the Contract Managers/Senior Supervisors that all plant, including hire plant is checked for workability before either being reallocated to another job and/or being of hired.
- To operate/manage a LEAN environment within the depot area.
- Promote and Support Health and Safety and Environmental training, identifying needs of the workforce, ensure that training is books and carried out.
- Manage and improve the Safe System of work.
- Carry out Safety Inspections Depot/Yard and report and action any findings or improvements required.
- Minimise waste and re-use materials where possible.
The Depot Foreman position will suit a person with skills:
- Excellent understanding of Preventative and Emergency repairs to various types of Plant/Tools and Equipment. Including vehicles.
- Welding.
- Abrasive Wheel Training.
- Computer literate for record keeping/data entry and report writing in Word and Excel and other computer packages as used in the business.
- Good organisation skills and attention to detail.
- Highly numerate with well-developed ability t6o accurately manipulate numerical information.
- Able to work under pressure, be confident and resourceful.
- Evidence of maintaining a professional, consistent and fair approach.
- Must be a team player but also to work on own initiative.
- Driving license.
- Personal commitment to equality and diversity.
- Be able to work UK Wide.
Qualifications Required :
- CSCS Card
- First Aid at work would be preferred but not essential.
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Depot Foreman in Wakefield employer: West Riding Recruitment Limited
Join our dynamic team at a leading general haulage company in York, where we prioritise employee well-being and growth. With competitive pay starting at £17 per hour and flexible shift options, we foster a supportive work culture that values a 'can do' attitude and physical fitness. Our commitment to your professional development ensures that you will have ample opportunities to advance your career while enjoying the benefits of working in a vibrant location.
Contact Details:
West Riding Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
