Job Description
About the Role:
We are seeking a reliable and experienced Yard Foreman to oversee the day-to-day operations of our clients yard based in Skelmersdale. This is a temporary contract due to last around 6 weeks.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising yard staff, managing stock and materials, ensuring health and safety compliance, and maintaining an organised and efficient working environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and coordinate daily yard activities
- Manage the loading and unloading of materials, equipment, and deliveries
- Maintain accurate records of stock, materials, and equipment movements
- Ensure the yard is kept clean, organised, and safe at all times
- Enforce health and safety procedures and company policies
- Operate machinery such as forklifts or loaders where required
- Support logistics, dispatch, and site teams with material preparation
- Train and guide yard operatives and ensure productivity standards are met
- Report maintenance issues and ensure equipment is properly maintained
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a yard, warehouse, construction, or logistics environment
- Proven supervisory or team-leading experience
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Good understanding of health and safety procedures
- Forklift licence (preferred but not essential)
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Reliable, proactive, and able to work under pressure
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