Deputy Yard And Store Manager

Agricultural and Farming Jobs Agency; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is searching for a Deputy Yard and Store Manager to assist in managing yard operations in Hertfordshire. This leadership role involves logistics, safety management, and providing support to the General Manager. The ideal candidate will have experience with telescopic handlers and an agricultural background, paired with strong communication and leadership skills. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Highly competitive rate of pay depending on experience

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee Assist Programme

Free parking onsite

Company events

Medicash Health Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience operating a telescopic handler is essential.
• Forklift licence and driving licence preferred.
• Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., ISO, COSHH) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in overseeing all yard and store operations.
• Help manage deliveries, collections, and stock control.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of site processes.

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

Reliable and organised

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Proficient IT skills

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

Location: 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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We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those short listed for an interview will be contacted. Please be assured that your job application will be managed in complete confidence and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission.

Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide outstanding recruitment head-hunting and job advertising services. We are the trusted recruitment partner of choice to industry leading organisations across the UK and Internationally. We recruit specifically for all roles within the sectors of: Agriculture, Farming, Horticulture, Food and Fresh Produce, Vet, Pet and Animal Health, Agrochemicals, Fertilisers and Seeds, Software and Technology, Machinery, Technical and Engineering and specialist Education.