Job Description

Wild Water Transport are seeking a proactive and reliable Yard Foreman to support our busy warehouse and transport operations in Cardiff. This is a hands-on role focused on maintaining high standards across the transport yard while assisting the Transport Manager with vehicle movements, maintenance, and compliance.

You will play a key role in ensuring the yard operates efficiently in line with food safety and health & safety standards.

Reporting to:

Transport Manager

Hours:

Monday to Friday 40hr week with flexibility required to meet demand

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and carry out yard cleaning to ensure both food safety and H&S standards are met at all times Shunt trailers within the yard to support timely warehouse and transport operations Assist with vehicle maintenance schedules, including arranging services and delivering vehicles to service centres Support efficient loading and unloading of trailers in coordination with site and transport teams Fuel company vehicles and complete collection/delivery duties when required Report accidents, incidents, or vehicle defects promptly Maintain strict adherence to health & safety procedures in a busy logistics environment Wash trailers internally and externally in line with cleaning and maintenance schedules Step in to cover HGV driving duties during absences where agreed in advance
What We are Looking For

Previous experience (minimum 1 year) in a warehouse or transport environment Class 1 HGV licence (essential) Full UK driving licence PPT, Counterbalance and Reach licences (desirable) Confident, proactive, and able to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with drivers and managers Flexible approach, including working outside standard hours when required
What We Offer

A key operational role within a supportive transport and logistics team Opportunity to work in a varied, hands-on position Stable weekday working pattern A workplace that values safety, teamwork, and reliability
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,500.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Experience:

Transport Yard Management: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person