Job Title: Yard Manager
Location: Horchester Farm, Dorchester
Salary: Competitive
Hours: 42
Minimum Requirements: Proven experience supervising a team in a yard, warehouse, or manufacturing environment
Rose of Jericho creates premium materials that support the conservation, repair, and decoration of traditional buildings. Across the UK and internationally, our team delivers expert guidance and authentic solutions that maintain the integrity of these historical structures.
As Yard Manager, you’ll oversee the production and logistics of specialist mortars, applying your expertise in yard operations. You’ll lead your team with precision and safety, delivering high-quality materials that preserve architectural heritage on every project.
- You’ll manage and coordinate daily yard operations, ensuring an efficient workflow and adherence to schedules.
- You’ll oversee the production of traditional building materials, maintaining consistently high quality standards.
- You’ll manage stock levels, raw materials, and order fulfilment using the company’s IT systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- You’ll oversee dispatch operations so that every delivery leaves on time, well-prepared, and ready to impress the customer.
- You’ll uphold a safe, secure, and compliant working environment, promoting best practice in all yard activities.
- You’ll guide, mentor, and support the yard team, building a culture of productivity, cooperation, and pride in the work you deliver together.
Some of the rewards of working with us:
You'll be based at our office and workshop at Horchester Farm near Dorchester, where you’ll be part of a vibrant, close knit team.
Some of the rewards of working with us:
- Unlock new skills and accelerate your career with our full support and development programmes designed to help you expand your expertise
- Join an inclusive community where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to share their ideas and bring them to life
- Get the best deals at your favourite places to shop with our exclusive discounts at top retailers and supermarkets.
- We prioritise your wellbeing with our healthcare programmes, giving you tools and support to look after your health.
- Round-the-clock support with our Employee Assistance Programme offering expert legal advice, counselling and more to help you through any situation.
The areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:
- You’ll combine leadership experience with a deep understanding of yard, warehouse, or manufacturing operations.
- You’ll possess thorough knowledge of manufacturing processes and warehouse logistics, ensuring efficiency and quality in your work.
- You’ll be proficient in IT systems for inventory, scheduling, and reporting, using data to inform decisions.
- You’ll have practical skills operating forklifts or telehandlers, supported by relevant certifications.
- You’ll demonstrate strong expertise in Health & Safety, ensuring safe, compliant working environments.
- You’ll understand construction, building conservation, and historic materials, applying this knowledge to support operational excellence.
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
