YARD CONTROLLER
?? Howden | Temp to Perm
?? Pay Rate: £12.93 per hour
? Hours: 37.5 hours per week
?? Shifts Available:
1 x 0600 - 1400
1 x 2200 - 0600
Howdens Joinery Transport is looking for a reliable and proactive Yard Controller to support day-to-day yard operations at our Howden site. This is a predominantly outdoor, hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys working outside, staying active, and being involved in a fast-paced transport environment.
Youll be responsible for maintaining accurate yard information, managing trailer availability, and supporting the Transport and Shunter teams to ensure smooth site operations and excellent service levels.
Key Responsibilities
Manage yard operations during your shift, with a focus on trailer availability
Carry out regular physical yard checks outdoors in all weather conditions
Complete and distribute yard check reports to key stakeholders
Identify, investigate, and correct discrepancies in yard data
Chase trailers to be tipped across site areas to create empties
Communicate job requests clearly to shunters on shift
Issue regular yard updates and trailer breakdowns
Support vehicle maintenance, MOT preparation, and callouts
Complete fuel pump area checks and vehicle downloads
Input loading figures into the Transport Management System (TMS)
Support administrative tasks such as POD archiving
Maintain stock levels of small transport equipment
Escalate operational or personnel concerns to the Transport Supervisor
What Were Looking For
Happy to work outdoors for the majority of the shift
Strong communication skills and a team-focused attitude
Good organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
Excellent attention to detail
IT literate (emails, spreadsheets, transport systems)
Flexible, reliable, and able to multitask
Why Join Howdens?
Great company to work for
Fixed shift patterns with full-time hours
Active, varied role in a busy transport operation
Opportunity to gain valuable experience in logistics and transport
Please note: This role involves working outside and being on your feet for much of the shift.
Please apply below or feel free to send your CV to with a covering letter
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