Assistant Yard Supervisor

Moffatt & Powell RONA 2024; Adelaide Metcalfe; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building materials supplier is seeking an Assistant Yard Supervisor in Strathroy, Ontario. The role involves overseeing yard operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate must have strong leadership skills, a good understanding of lumber, and the ability to operate yard equipment such as forklifts. This physically demanding position requires outdoor work in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of lumber and building materials.
• Ability to operate yard equipment, including forklifts.
• Physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy materials.

Responsibilities

• Oversee yard staff, including laborers and forklift operators.
• Coordinate daily work schedules for efficient operations.
• Enforce safety policies to ensure a safe working environment.

Skills

Exceptional customer service

Strong leadership skills

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Multitasking

Tools

Forklifts

Job description

Moffatt and Powell RONA, 28460 Centre Road, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada

Job Description

Posted Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Assistant Yard Supervisor - Strathroy

At Moffatt & Powell Rona, our dedication to exceptional customer service and continuous improvement is ingrained in our culture. As the Yard Supervisor, you are a dynamic leader with strong communication, organizational, and motivational skills. You oversee all yard activities, including managing yard employees, equipment, vehicles, deliveries, and housekeeping. Your role is pivotal in creating a safe and customer-centric environment, ensuring the well-being of our employees, customers, and vendors.

Qualifications and Skills:

The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional customer service and strong leadership skills, with the ability to build trusting and credible relationships. They can effectively train, motivate, and delegate to staff while influencing teams to achieve shared goals. They are skilled in planning, prioritizing, organizing, and executing tasks, and possess strong coping and resilience skills in a fast-paced environment. Clear and effective verbal and written communication is essential, along with the ability to support open and effective upward and downward communication.

The Assistant Yard Supervisor will support the Yard Supervisor in overseeing daily operations within the lumber yard.

• Assist in overseeing yard staff, including laborers, forklift operators, and loaders.
• Coordinate daily work schedules and assignments to ensure efficient yard operations.
• Monitor yard activities to ensure compliance with safety protocols and operational procedures.
• Address and resolve any operational issues or staff concerns promptly.

Inventory Management:

• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records of lumber and other building materials.
• Conduct regular inventory counts and report discrepancies to the Yard Supervisor.
• Ensure proper storage and organization of materials to optimize space and accessibility.
• Assist in managing incoming and outgoing shipments, including verifying orders and documentation.

Customer Service:

• Provide excellent customer service by assisting customers with their inquiries and orders.
• Ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of customer orders.
• Address customer complaints or issues in a professional and courteous manner.

Safety and Compliance:

• Enforce safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and report any hazards or violations.
• Ensure that all staff are trained on safety protocols and proper equipment usage.

Training and Development:

• Assist in training new yard staff on operational procedures, equipment use, and safety practices.
• Provide ongoing training and development opportunities for yard employees.
• Monitor staff performance and provide feedback to the Yard Supervisor.

Equipment Maintenance:

• Assist in overseeing the maintenance and repair of yard equipment, including forklifts and loaders.
• Ensure that equipment is used properly and safely.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs to the Yard Supervisor.

Operational Efficiency:

• Identify opportunities to improve yard operations and implement best practices.
• Assist in developing and implementing operational procedures to enhance productivity.
• Monitor and evaluate yard performance metrics and suggest improvements.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of lumber and building materials.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Ability to operate yard equipment, including forklifts
• Physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy materials and work in various weather conditions.

Working Conditions:

• This position requires working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Physical demands include lifting, carrying, and moving heavy materials.
• The role may involve standing, walking, and operating equipment for extended periods.

Moffatt & Powell is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free workplace. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the selection process. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels respected and supported.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Moffatt and Powell RONA, 28460 Centre Road, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada