Selwood is the leading pump rental solutions company in the UK. We have an outstanding reputation for exceptional customer service backed by one of the largest fleets of quality pump products. Each customer and each project is unique and our deep technical knowledge means we are proud to deliver a bespoke and genuine 24/7, 365 days-a-year service.
We are committed to ensuring our staff have the right skills, knowledge & experience to deliver to our customers, as well as creating career paths to help develop, retain, and motivate them.
We are looking for of Yard Supervisor to join our friendly team based our at our branch in Liverpool (Speke)
The role is responsible for the day-to-day coordination of yard activities, ensuring hire equipment is prepared, handled and stored safely while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, organisation and operational readiness.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide direct supervision to the Yardperson/Yardperson Relief Drivers.
- Supervise, support, and motivate team members to maintain productivity, quality, and engagement within the work area.
- Provide clear day-to-day direction to ensure tasks are completed safely, on time, and in line with operational priorities.
- Support the onboarding and training of new starters, ensuring they understand their role, responsibilities, and safe working practices.
- Coordinate and supervise the day-to-day activities within the yard to ensure equipment, hoses and accessories are prepared efficiently for hire and returned equipment is processed effectively
- Assist with and oversee safe loading and unloading of vehicles, checking items against paperwork to ensure accuracy of deliveries and collections as well as missing, damages and fuel charges on collected equipment.
- Support the preparation of Post Hires for equipment such as pumps, hoses, accessories and ancillary equipment to ensure they are ready for deployment and meet company standards before leaving the branch.
- Coordinate and oversee the cleaning of returned hire equipment prior to entry to workshop, ensuring equipment is organised and processed efficiently.
- Participate in the emergency out-of-hours call-out rota, assisting over the phone where applicable
- Promote and support a strong health and safety culture, ensuring safe working practices are followed within the team at all times.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- Experience working within a yard, logistics, construction, utilities, plant hire, engineering or similar operational environment.
- Experience coordinating and supervising operational activities and teams
- Good working knowledge of safe working practices within a yard or industrial environment.
- Experience in working in a team with supervising experience preferred.
- Forklift Licence would be preferred.
- Rigger, loading or banksman training would be advantageous.
- Physically fit due to the nature of the work within this role.
- Ability and willingness to participate in call-out duties and remain flexible to support business
- Full UK Driving Licence
We understand balancing work and life commitments isn’t always easy, that’s why we’ve designed our benefits package to support you in all areas of life.
- Competitive salary
- Eligible for overtime pay (for additional hours and call outs)
- 25 days holiday (plus length of service increases) + 8 Bank Holidays
- Holiday buying (up to an additional week)
- Medical cash plan for yourself – reimburse health costs e.g. dentist or optician, access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships
- Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary
- Life assurance protection at 3 x salary
- Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more)
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health First Aiders
- Employee referral scheme (up to £1,000 per referral)
- Support for development and training
EDI Statement
Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
We value transparency, respecting others and understanding differences. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.
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