Senior Team Leader

Ethero; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Senior Team Leader for a timber yard in Stoke-on-Trent. The successful candidate will manage a team, oversee daily operations, ensure safety compliance, and maintain inventory records. Key qualifications include previous experience in a similar role, strong leadership skills, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers a competitive hourly salary with overtime pay, career advancement opportunities, and various workplace benefits, including a company pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension contribution

Opportunities for career advancement

Free parking

Accessible by public transport

Discounted products

Canteen facilities

33 days holiday after probationary period

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within a timber yard or related industry.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and best practices.
• Proficiency in using inventory management systems and other relevant software.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of yard workers for efficient workflow.
• Oversee daily operations, including loading/unloading timber.
• Ensure all team members adhere to safety regulations.
• Manage inventory levels and conduct stock checks.
• Coordinate with customers and suppliers for timely deliveries.
• Provide training and support to team members.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on yard operations.

Skills

Team management

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Safety awareness

Technical skills

Physical fitness

Job description

Senior Team Leader - Timber Yard

Region: Stoke-on-Trent ( ST1 )

Temporary to Permanent vacancy

Key Responsibilities

• Team Management: Lead and supervise a team of yard workers, ensuring efficient workflow and high productivity
• Operations Oversight: Oversee daily operations, including loading/unloading timber, stock management, and maintaining yard cleanliness
• Safety Compliance: Ensure all team members adhere to safety regulations and company policies; conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments
• Inventory Control: Manage inventory levels, conduct stock checks, and ensure accurate record‑keeping
• Customer Service: Coordinate with customers and suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and resolve any issues
• Training and Development: Provide training and support to team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Reporting: Prepare and submit regular reports on yard operations, inventory status, and team performance

Salary and Working Hours

£19.55 per hour (£40k per annum), All overtime X1.66

Sunday to Thursday – 22:00 till 06:00, Includes Bank Holidays (flex)

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Experience: Previous experience in a similar role within a timber yard or related industry
• Leadership: Strong leadership and team‑management skills
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Organisational Skills: Strong organisational and time‑management abilities
• Safety Awareness: In‑depth knowledge of safety regulations and best practices
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using inventory management systems and other relevant software
• Physical Fitness: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work in various weather conditions

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company pension contribution
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Free parking
• Accessible by public transport
• Discounted products
• Canteen facilities – vending machines, microwaves
• 33 days holiday after probationary period

If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please submit your CV by clicking "Apply Now" and we will be in touch immediately

This job is commutable from the following areas: Stoke on Trent, Newcastle under Lyme, Hanley, Longton, Burslem, Tunstall, Fenton, Trentham and surrounding areas.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals and comply with the Equality Act 2010.

Ethero Ltd is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.