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 established in 1934, we’ve built a legacy of excellence and innovation, doubling our profits in the last five years thanks to the dedication and 'can-do' spirit of our team.
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Yard Foreman to join our busy Hull depot. In this pivotal role, you will drive the efficient operation of our yard, overseeing the seamless repair, refurbishment, and fit-out of our modular buildings and cabins. You will champion health and safety, setting a high standard and inspiring your team to achieve exceptional levels of quality and productivity. This is an opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute directly to the continued success and growth of a thriving, secure business.
About The Role
Key Responsibilities:
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Operational Excellence: Lead the repair, refurbishment, and fit-out of modular buildings and cabins to AQPG standards. Ensure the depot maintains optimal stock levels, preparing welfare units for immediate hire upon return.
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Team Leadership & Development: Inspire and motivate a productive team, acting as a skills mentor for junior staff and apprentices. Effectively delegate tasks and foster a collaborative working environment.
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Quality & Customer Focus: Conduct thorough inspections of units before delivery to ensure quality workmanship and customer satisfaction. Inspect returned units, accurately reporting any damages or missing items.
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Safety & Compliance: Champion health and safety, conducting periodic checks on 'working at height' equipment and providing staff training. Ensure all work adheres to company Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and current Health & Safety Legislation.
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Resource Management: Manage and secure the workshop, hire yard, and stock. Organise and oversee subcontract labour when required, negotiating and ordering materials from approved suppliers to minimise wastage.
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Administrative Accuracy: Complete and submit all company documentation accurately and on time. Liaise effectively with the Depot Manager to ensure timely completion of orders.
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Flexibility: Be prepared to work additional hours (overtime) as reasonably required to meet business needs.
We're Looking For:
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Proven experience in cabin fitting or modular building fit-out.
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Demonstrated management or supervisory experience in a similar operational role.
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Strong ability to lead, motivate, and effectively delegate tasks.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Practical experience with plumbing, joinery, and basic electrical work.
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Resilience and ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Your Future at Wernick Group:
At Wernick, you’re not just joining a team; you’re becoming a vital part of a family-run company that’s been building the future of construction for over 90 years. We believe in being 'Altogether Stronger' and offer a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and your career can flourish. We invest in our people, providing training and progression opportunities within a secure and continuously growing business
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:
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Competitive salary and bonus scheme
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Generous holiday allowance (increasing with service), with options to sell or carry over up to 5 days
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Christmas Shutdown and an early finish every Friday
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Group pension scheme and annual salary review every January
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Long service awards, Employee of the Month, and customer service awards
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Life Assurance and Personal Accident Insurance
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Free onsite parking
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Employee assistance programme and an open-door policy
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Employee Referral scheme
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Extensive benefits scheme offering discounts at popular retailers (e.g., Apple, Virgin Atlantic Holidays, Currys, Argos, Tesco) and restaurants (e.g., Harvester, Miller and Carter, Nandos)
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Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers
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Ideas portal (message the CEO) with awards for implemented suggestions
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Cycle to work scheme
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Annual paid volunteering day
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company. If you require any reasonable adjustments for your interview, please advise our recruitment team as soon as possible.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
Any unsolicited CV’s will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as ‘gifts’ and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy we will contact you.
The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
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
Skills Needed
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
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