yard manager

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.

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 throughput. 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.

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).

Regarding salary we are open for discussion and also happy to discuss regarding relocation. Pay: £48,300.00-£54,000.00 per annum dependent 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)

• Eligibility to work in UK
• Will require Visa/Sponsorship now or in future
• Experience: Yard Manager: 2 years (preferred)
• Work Location: In person