Job Description

Suitable for Warehouse Manager or Distribution Manager

Job Title: Yard Manager

Location:

Lasham

Reports to:

Yards Operations Manager

Job Purpose

The Yard Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Lasham yard, ensuring equipment is cleaned, maintained, and ready for hire. This includes managing a small team, overseeing health and safety, stock control, and asset upkeep, while ensuring compliance with company processes and delivering high standards of quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety

Maintain a safe working environment by enforcing Site-Equip's health and safety procedures. Conduct weekly yard inspections and resolve any hazards or non-compliance. Ensure that all staff use the correct PPE and follow safe working practices.

Yard Operations

Oversee the cleaning, maintenance, and preparation of toilets, welfare units, and other hired equipment. Schedule and prioritise yard tasks to ensure equipment is ready for transport when required. Manage the efficient loading and unloading of vehicles. Support the breakdown process by preparing replacement equipment or assisting with urgent tasks when needed.

Stock & Asset Management

Conduct regular stock checks and maintain accurate inventory records in Syrinx. Minimise waste and ensure consumables are replenished in line with usage. Report damaged or redundant assets and support repair or disposal processes. Ensure equipment maintenance schedules are followed and logged correctly.

Team Management

Lead, support, and develop yard staff to ensure high performance and engagement. Plan and allocate daily tasks to ensure priorities are clear and standards are met. Train new starters in yard processes, cleaning standards, and safety expectations. Conduct regular performance discussions and escalate issues to the Depot Manager when necessary.

Process Compliance

Ensure that all yard activities are accurately recorded in Syrinx and company systems. Maintain accurate records for stock, maintenance, and equipment readiness to ensure optimal operational readiness. Identify and implement minor improvements to increase efficiency and organisation in the yard.

Customer Service Support

Ensure equipment leaves the yard in excellent condition and meets quality expectations. Work closely with the transport and office teams to respond to customer needs and tight turnarounds. Support service excellence by maintaining a high standard of presentation and cleanliness across all units.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

Experience in a yard, logistics, or operational role. Strong understanding of health and safety in a practical environment. Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a small team effectively. Hands-on and organised, with good problem-solving skills. Comfortable using stock or job management systems (Syrinx experience desirable). Towing Experiance Forklift

Desirable:

Knowledge of equipment hire or the sanitation industry. Mechanical or practical maintenance experience.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Health & safety audit scores Equipment readiness and cleanliness standards Stock accuracy and wastage reduction Timely completion of yard tasks Team performance and training completion Customer satisfaction based on equipment quality

Working Conditions

Based on-site at Lasham yard with hands-on work in outdoor conditions. 7am - 5 pm Monday to Friday - 45 hour week (1 hour unpaid lunch) On-Call Rota Fire Call Rota

Career Development

The Yard Manager role offers opportunities for progression into multi-site leadership or operational management roles as the business continues to grow.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,000.00-32,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Lasham, GU34 5SU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Towing: 3 years (required)
Location:

Lasham, GU34 5SU (preferred)
Work Location: In person