Yard Manager
| Posting date: | 09 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,000 to £40,000 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 October 2025 |
| Location: | Salford, Greater Manchester |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Ambitek Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Yard Manager - Salford |
Summary
Yard Manager
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Yard Manager to take ownership of our clients daily yard operations. This is a pivotal role in supporting the site teams by ensuring the efficient flow of scaffolding materials, maintaining compliance standards, and leading a dedicated yard workforce.
The successful candidate will combine strong leadership skills with practical industry knowledge, ensuring the yard operates smoothly, safely, and productively.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Management
Supervise, motivate, and support a team of yard operatives.
Allocate daily tasks, monitor performance, and drive productivity.
Provide training, guidance, and development opportunities.
Conduct regular team meetings and performance reviews.
Inventory & Stock Control
Maintain accurate records of scaffolding stock movements.
Carry out routine stock checks and audits.
Ensure damaged or defective equipment is reported, repaired, or replaced.
Logistics & Coordination
Oversee safe loading and unloading of scaffolding materials.
Work with transport teams to ensure timely deliveries and returns.
Liaise with site teams to meet project-specific requirements.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Ensure all operations meet company and legal H&S standards.
Carry out risk assessments, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free yard environment.
Equipment & Yard Maintenance
Oversee servicing and safe use of yard equipment (e.g., forklifts, lifting gear).
Ensure compliance with equipment safety regulations.
Qualifications & Experience
Previous experience in a scaffolding or construction yard environment.
Strong leadership and organizational skills with team management experience.
Solid knowledge of scaffolding systems and components.
Forklift license (preferred).
Good understanding of health & safety regulations.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Desirable Attributes
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Strong attention to detail with a proactive mindset.
Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
Relevant scaffolding certification (e.g., CISRS) is an advantage.
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Yard Manager to take ownership of our clients daily yard operations. This is a pivotal role in supporting the site teams by ensuring the efficient flow of scaffolding materials, maintaining compliance standards, and leading a dedicated yard workforce.
The successful candidate will combine strong leadership skills with practical industry knowledge, ensuring the yard operates smoothly, safely, and productively.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Management
Supervise, motivate, and support a team of yard operatives.
Allocate daily tasks, monitor performance, and drive productivity.
Provide training, guidance, and development opportunities.
Conduct regular team meetings and performance reviews.
Inventory & Stock Control
Maintain accurate records of scaffolding stock movements.
Carry out routine stock checks and audits.
Ensure damaged or defective equipment is reported, repaired, or replaced.
Logistics & Coordination
Oversee safe loading and unloading of scaffolding materials.
Work with transport teams to ensure timely deliveries and returns.
Liaise with site teams to meet project-specific requirements.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Ensure all operations meet company and legal H&S standards.
Carry out risk assessments, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free yard environment.
Equipment & Yard Maintenance
Oversee servicing and safe use of yard equipment (e.g., forklifts, lifting gear).
Ensure compliance with equipment safety regulations.
Qualifications & Experience
Previous experience in a scaffolding or construction yard environment.
Strong leadership and organizational skills with team management experience.
Solid knowledge of scaffolding systems and components.
Forklift license (preferred).
Good understanding of health & safety regulations.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Desirable Attributes
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Strong attention to detail with a proactive mindset.
Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
Relevant scaffolding certification (e.g., CISRS) is an advantage.