Deputy Yard and Store Manager

Menter a Busnes; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in agricultural and construction sectors is seeking a Deputy Yard and Store Manager in Hertfordshire. This role involves managing yard operations, ensuring safety and efficiency, and taking on leadership responsibilities with structured training. Ideal candidates will have experience in the agricultural or construction fields and be proficient with yard equipment. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Highly competitive rate of pay depending on experience

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee Assist Programme

Free parking onsite

Medicash Health Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in workshop or site management in agricultural, construction or farming sectors.
• Ability to manage inventory and logistics.
• Reliability, organization, and confidence in supervisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in overseeing all yard and store operations.
• Manage deliveries, collections, stock control, and ordering.
• Maintain high standards of site organization, safety, and cleanliness.

Skills

Knowledge of yard equipment maintenance and logistics planning

Strong experience in agricultural or construction environments

Proficient with a telescopic handler

Positive, can-do attitude

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Education

Forklift licence and full UK driving licence preferred

Tools

Telescopic handler

Job description

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract

Deputy Yard and Store Manager

Do you have experience working in a workshop environment within the agricultural, construction or farming sectors?

Are you looking to move into a leadership / management role?

Could this excellent opportunity be of interest to you?

Location of the Job: Hertfordshire.

Salary and Benefits Package:

• Highly competitive rate of pay depending on experience.
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Employee Assist Programme.
• Overtime available during busy periods at standard rate.
• Free parking onsite.
• Company events such as Christmas party and harvest BBQ.
• Medicash Health Scheme.
• Additional holiday for length of service.
• Staff discounts.

Additional information:

This is a permanent full-time position.

Working hours are 7.30am to 5pm.

About The Company:

A leading provider of services for the agricultural, construction and horticultural sectors.

The Job Role Details:

This is a hands-on leadership development role. You will work directly under the General Manager, assisting in the daily running of our yard and stores - which serve both agricultural and construction activities.

Over time, and with structured support, you will take on increasing responsibility and eventually lead these areas independently.

You'll be responsible for managing inventory and logistics, maintaining a safe and efficient site, and learning broader operational leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in overseeing all yard and store operations.
• Help manage deliveries, collections, stock control, and ordering.
• Assist in loading and unloading of lorries.
• Operate a telescopic handler confidently and safely (experience required).
• Maintain high standards of site organisation, safety, and cleanliness.
• Assist with equipment and machinery maintenance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of site processes, layout and tidiness.
• Liaise with other departments to support operational coordination.
• Gradually take on more leadership responsibility across the yard and stores.
• Structured Management Training on offer.

Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of yard equipment maintenance and logistics planning.
• Familiarity with compliance standards or certifications (e.g., ISO, COSHH).
• Strong experience in agricultural or construction environments.
• Proficient with a telescopic handler (essential).
• Forklift licence and full UK driving licence preferred.
• Positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Reliable, organised, and confident in supervising others.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficient IT skills.
• Agricultural background or good understanding of rural settings is highly desirable.

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