We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Scaffolding Yard Manager to oversee the daily operations of a scaffolding yard. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing inventory, coordinating logistics, ensuring health and safety compliance, and leading and managing a team of yard operatives.
This role is critical in supporting site operations by ensuring timely delivery and return of scaffolding materials and maintaining a well-organized and efficient yard.
Key Responsibilities
Team Management Lead, supervise, and motivate a team of yard operatives.
· Allocate daily tasks and monitor performance to ensure efficiency and productivity.
· Provide training, support, and guidance to new and existing staff.
· Conduct regular team meetings and performance reviews.
Inventory Management
· Maintain accurate records of scaffolding materials in and out of the yard.
· Conduct regular stock checks and audits.
· Ensure damaged or defective equipment is reported and repaired or replaced.
Logistics Coordination
· Schedule and oversee the loading and unloading of scaffolding materials.
· Coordinate with transport teams to ensure timely deliveries and collections.
· Liaise with site teams to meet project requirements.
Health & Safety Compliance
· Ensure all yard activities comply with company and legal safety standards.
· Conduct regular risk assessments and toolbox talks.
· Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free yard.
Equipment Maintenance
· Oversee the maintenance and servicing of yard equipment such as forklifts and lifting gear.
· Ensure all equipment is used safely and correctly.
Qualifications & Experience
· Proven experience in a scaffolding or construction yard environment.
· Strong leadership and organizational skills.
· Experience managing or supervising a team.
· Knowledge of scaffolding components and systems.
· Forklift license (preferred).
· Understanding of health and safety regulations.
· Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
Desirable Attributes
· Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
· Attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
· Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
· Certification in scaffolding (e.g., CISRS) is a plus