Store/Yard Manager
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Location: East London (Bow) with regular travel into Central LondonSalary: £40,000 per annumHours: 6:30am – 3:30pmJob Type: Full-Time, Permanent
An established and reputable construction and building services contractor is seeking a Store / Yard Manager to oversee its operational yard and logistics function based in East London.
This is a key operational role responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the yard, stores, vehicles and plant, supporting multiple live projects across London. You will play a vital part in coordinating logistics, managing stock and ensuring tools and materials are available when and where they are needed.
The Role
As Store / Yard Manager, you will take full ownership of day-to-day yard operations, ensuring efficiency, organisation and compliance at all times. You will work closely with project teams, drivers and suppliers to support ongoing works across a busy and fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the yard, stores and logistics function
- Coordinate and schedule deliveries and collections across London
- Supervise drivers to ensure efficient and timely service
- Maintain accurate records of plant, tools and materials in and out of the yard
- Oversee the maintenance, servicing and allocation of vehicles and small plant
- Ensure the yard is kept clean, organised and compliant with safety standards
- Manage waste processes and maintain accurate waste transfer documentation
- Liaise with site teams to ensure materials and equipment are available as required
- Maintain and update plant and asset registers using internal systems (Excel / Office tools)
- Implement and maintain safe systems of work in line with health & safety policies
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and logistics processes
Requirements
- Proven experience in a yard, stores or logistics management role, ideally within construction or building services
- Good knowledge of construction materials, tools and plant equipment
- Experience using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for tracking and reporting
- Valid UK Driving Licence (mandatory)
- Understanding of health & safety practices within a yard or operational environment
- Mechanical xwzovoh or vehicle maintenance background (highly desirable)
- Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and priorities in a busy environment
- Willingness to undergo DBS clearance
What’s on Offer
- £40,000 basic salary
- Opportunity to take ownership of a key operational function
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee assistance and wellbeing support
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Bonus
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Store / Yard Manager looking to take ownership of a critical logistics function within a busy and well-respected construction environment.
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