yard manager
| Posting date: | 02 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £48,300.00 to £54,000.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 May 2026 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 5 days per week |
| Company: | K9 SECURE LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | k9-2 |
Summary
Overview
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Yard Manager to oversee daily operations within our recycling facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing yard activities, supervising staff, and ensuring efficient utilisation of resources. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a highly organised individual with a strong background in overseeing staff, managing stock, and maintaining compliance across ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
Duties
Oversee all yard operations including intake, sorting, processing, and dispatch of ferrous and non-ferrous metals
Manage, motivate, and coordinate yard operatives and drivers to meet daily targets
Ensure strict compliance with health & safety regulations and environmental legislation
Monitor stock levels, manage yard inventory, and liaise with weighbridge operations
Implement efficient yard layouts and workflow processes to maximise throughout
Maintain plant and equipment — coordinating servicing and breakdowns
Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal teams
Report on yard performance, and operational costs to senior management
Compliance and other checks
Skills
Proven experience in a Yard Manager or senior supervisory role within the scrap metal or recycling industry.
Strong knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals — grading, pricing, and processing
COSHH, Health & Safety, and Environmental compliance knowledge.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a team.
Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
Forklift licence and/or plant operation experience (desirable but not compulsory)
WAMITAB or equivalent environmental qualification (desirable but not compulsory)
This role is ideal for a dedicated professional eager to lead yard operations efficiently while driving ongoing process enhancements. Regarding Salary we are open for discussion and also happy to discuss regarding relocation
Pay: £48,300.00-£54,000.00 per annum dependant on experience.
Week: 37.5 hours
Benefits:
Flexitime
On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
Birmingham: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (if and where required)
Application question(s):
Eligibility to work in UK
Will require Visa/Sponsorship now or in future
Experience:
Yard Manager: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Yard Manager to oversee daily operations within our recycling facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing yard activities, supervising staff, and ensuring efficient utilisation of resources. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a highly organised individual with a strong background in overseeing staff, managing stock, and maintaining compliance across ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
Duties
Oversee all yard operations including intake, sorting, processing, and dispatch of ferrous and non-ferrous metals
Manage, motivate, and coordinate yard operatives and drivers to meet daily targets
Ensure strict compliance with health & safety regulations and environmental legislation
Monitor stock levels, manage yard inventory, and liaise with weighbridge operations
Implement efficient yard layouts and workflow processes to maximise throughout
Maintain plant and equipment — coordinating servicing and breakdowns
Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal teams
Report on yard performance, and operational costs to senior management
Compliance and other checks
Skills
Proven experience in a Yard Manager or senior supervisory role within the scrap metal or recycling industry.
Strong knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals — grading, pricing, and processing
COSHH, Health & Safety, and Environmental compliance knowledge.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a team.
Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
Forklift licence and/or plant operation experience (desirable but not compulsory)
WAMITAB or equivalent environmental qualification (desirable but not compulsory)
This role is ideal for a dedicated professional eager to lead yard operations efficiently while driving ongoing process enhancements. Regarding Salary we are open for discussion and also happy to discuss regarding relocation
Pay: £48,300.00-£54,000.00 per annum dependant on experience.
Week: 37.5 hours
Benefits:
Flexitime
On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
Birmingham: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (if and where required)
Application question(s):
Eligibility to work in UK
Will require Visa/Sponsorship now or in future
Experience:
Yard Manager: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person