Carvers Building Supplies is a long-established, independent Builders & Timber Merchant proudly serving the West Midlands. Known for quality products and great service.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced
Yard Foreman
to oversee day-to-day yard operations, ensuring the yard runs safely and efficiently, and that deliveries are picked, loaded, and ready to leave on time every day.
This role involves working outdoors year-round in a busy yard environment. You will be responsible for keeping the operation running smoothly - managing people, stock, supplier vehicles, loading our vehicles, and overseeing customer activity within the yard.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee and run the yard day to day
Organise stock, space, and yard workflow
Pick and load orders accurately for deliveries and collections
Unload, check in, and put away inbound deliveries
Ensure all lorries are correctly picked, loaded, checked, and ready for daily deliveries
Coordinate with drivers and the office to keep deliveries on schedule
Oversee customers in the yard, ensuring safe access and correct loading procedures
Manage and lead yard staff, setting clear standards
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised yard
Reduce damage, waste, and stock loss
Follow and enforce all health & safety procedures
Oversee forklift checks and maintenance
Carry out regular stock checks
Requirements
Previous experience in a builder's merchant or timber yard is essential
Counterbalance forklift licence is essential
Excellent knowledge of timber, paving, and building materials
Experience loading delivery vehicles safely
Confident dealing with trade customers in a yard environment
Strong organisational and leadership skills
Reliable, punctual, and physically fit
Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
Hours
Monday to Friday, with some Saturday working each month on a pre-agreed rota.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Free parking
On-site parking
Store discount
Experience:
Building Yard/ Warehouse: 1 year (required)
Building products: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
counterbalance forklift licence (required)
Work Location: In person
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