Join Wernick Hire, the UK's largest and longest-standing national provider of permanent and temporary modular buildings and site accommodation. As a family-run company since 1934, we've built our success on the dedication, enthusiasm, and can-do spirit of our team, doubling our profits in the last five years. We're not just building structures; we're building careers and a future, together.
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Yard Foreman to become a pivotal part of our Hull depot operations. In this key leadership role, you will champion efficiency, safety, and quality across all yard activities. Take charge of the seamless repair, refurbishment, and fit-out of our modular buildings and cabins, leading a dedicated team to uphold our high standards. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are ready to make a significant impact, we invite you to grow with us.
About The Role
As our Yard Foreman, you will be instrumental in the smooth operation of our Hull depot. You will lead a dedicated team, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency across all yard activities. Your key responsibilities will include:
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Leading, motivating, and developing your team to achieve optimal productivity and effectiveness.
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Overseeing the repair, refurbishment, and fit-out of modular buildings and cabins to stringent AQPG standards.
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Managing stock availability, ensuring units are prepared promptly for hire and customer requirements are met.
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Championing health and safety, conducting equipment checks, and providing essential training.
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Implementing meticulous quality control, inspecting units pre-delivery and post-return, accurately reporting any issues.
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Optimising material usage, including procurement and waste minimisation.
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Mentoring junior staff and apprentices, fostering their skills and growth.
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Maintaining an organised, clean, and safe workshop and hire yard.
We are looking for someone who brings:
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Significant experience in modular building or cabin fit-out.
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Proven management or supervisory experience within a similar operational environment.
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Exceptional leadership and team motivation abilities, with a flair for effective delegation.
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Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
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Practical expertise in plumbing, joinery, and basic electrical work.
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A full, valid driving licence.
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The resilience to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
Your Future with the Wernick Group:
At Wernick, you're more than an employee; you're a vital part of a team that’s building the future of construction. Join us in our journey of continuous innovation and commitment to quality, and let's be 'Altogether Stronger'. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:
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Competitive salary and bonus scheme
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Generous holiday allowance (rising with service), with options to sell or carry over up to 5 days
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Christmas Shutdown and early finish Fridays
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Group pension scheme and annual salary review every January
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Life Assurance and Personal Accident Insurance
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Long service, Employee of the Month, and Customer Service awards
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Free onsite parking
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Employee assistance programme and Corporate Eyecare Scheme
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Training and progression opportunities
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Employee Referral scheme and Ideas portal (message the CEO) with awards for implemented suggestions
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Benefits scheme with discounts at major retailers (Apple, Virgin Atlantic Holidays, Currys, Argos, Tesco, Harvester, Miller and Carter, Nandos, and more)
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Cycle to work scheme and annual paid volunteering day
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A secure, family-run company trading for over 90 years, with an open-door policy.
Required Criteria
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Experience in cabin fitting or modular buildings in a supervisory or managerial role
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Resilience and tenacity
- Joinery, electrical and plumbing skills
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
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Proven experience as a Yard Foreman or in a similar supervisory role within a yard or construction environment.
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Demonstrable experience in the repair, refurbishment, and fit-out of modular buildings or similar structures.
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Ability to lead and manage a team effectively.
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Strong commitment to upholding high standards of efficiency, safety, and quality in all yard activities.
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Proactive approach to managing yard operations.
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Knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations for yard operations.
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Possession of relevant plant operating licenses (e.g., forklift) or willingness to obtain them.
Desired Criteria
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Ability to thrive and adapt in a dynamic work environment.
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A desire to make a significant impact within the company.
Skills Needed
Quality Management, Team Management, Leadership
About The Company
Why Build Your Career with Wernick Group?
Rich Heritage, Progressive Future: As a family-owned and operated business since our inception, we blend traditional values with a forward-looking approach. This unique combination ensures a work environment that respects legacy while embracing the future.
Diverse Opportunities: Our expansive operations, with 40 centres across 36 UK locations, offer a vast array of roles and career paths in the public and private sectors. From modular building solutions to off-grid power, your professional journey can be as dynamic and varied as our services.
Commitment to Excellence: At Wernick, excellence isn’t just a goal; it's our way of life. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding product quality and service, creating an environment where your work directly contributes to customer satisfaction and business success.
Continuous Investment in People: We believe in nurturing talent from within. Through ongoing training and development opportunities, we invest in your future, ensuring that your career at Wernick is not just a job, but a journey of growth and learning.
Simplicity and Efficiency: Our business model is streamlined to reduce bureaucracy, enabling you to work in an environment that values decisiveness and efficiency. This approach allows you to focus on what you do best, without unnecessary complications.
Environmental and Social Responsibility: We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring a safe, positive working environment. Working with us means being part of a team that cares for the planet and its people.
Company Culture
Clear path to progression: We believe everyone should have a clear path on how they can progress. That’s why we have developed the Wernick Way Forward, a personal development plan catered to each employee.
With the Wernick Way Forward, we provide a roadmap that outlines clear and achievable steps for employees to follow in order to reach their career goals.
Trainee programmes: Start your career with one of our trainee programmes. These are designed to help you develop and grow in our business and offer an advance career progression.
The Trainee Yard Operative Programme offers individuals the opportunity to develop their skills and work as a Yard Operative at one of our Hire depots. Engage in hands-on experience as you become a member of our team.
The Graduate Training Programme opens doors to explore every aspect of the company. Gain valuable insights, mentorship and the tools needed to excel as a leader within our company.
Training and development: Feel confident in your role and enjoy what you do. We recognise the need to invest in training and development.
By offering a range of training days/courses for our team we want to create an environment where you can move towards your career goals. We make sure that everyone who works with us has the resources they need to learn and develop their roles. We value mentoring and offer clear routes for career progression.
Company Benefits
Your Future with the Wernick Group
At Wernick, you're more than an employee; you're a vital part of a team that’s building the future of construction. Join us in our journey of continuous innovation and commitment to quality, and let's be 'Altogether Stronger'.
Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, Free parking, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Life insurance, Long service recognition, Free parking or Discounted parking , Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Shopping Cashback, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities, Annual Rise, Profit Share, Employee of the Month, Employee Recognition Scheme, Culture of recognition, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Access to Health & Wellbeing app, Long service awards, Service recognition increases to annual leave, Staff celebration events
Salary
Not disclosed
