Warehouse / Yard Supervisor

Utilise Recruitment Careers; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A busy civil engineering contractor in Brentwood is seeking an experienced Warehouse / Yard Supervisor to oversee day-to-day operations of the yard and materials store. The successful candidate will manage a team, control stock, and ensure safe handling of materials. A strong understanding of health and safety procedures and experience in operating forklifts are essential. This hands-on role offers a salary range of £40-42k plus a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing yard and store operations.
• Ability to operate plant and forklifts.
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise yard and store operations including receiving, storing, picking and issuing materials.
• Schedule and coordinate deliveries and collections with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate stock records and report discrepancies.

Job description

Warehouse / Yard Supervisor

Brentwood

£40-42k + Full Benefits Package

Company overview

A busy civil engineering contractor based in Brentwood delivering highways, drainage, and civils projects across the South East. They pride ourselves on a safety‑first culture, reliable delivery and strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners.

Role summary

We are hiring an experienced Warehouse / Yard Supervisor to manage day‑to‑day operations of yard and materials store. You will lead a small team, control stock and site deliveries, operate plant and forklifts, and ensure safe, efficient handling of materials to support project programmes. This is a hands‑on supervisory role reporting to the Operations Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise yard and store operations including receiving, storing, picking and issuing materials and plant.
• Schedule and coordinate deliveries and collections with suppliers, subcontractors and site teams.
• Operate forklift and other light plant for loading / unloading and safe movement of materials.
• Maintain accurate stock records, carry out stock counts and report discrepancies.
• Allocate daily tasks, coach and directly supervise yard operatives and drivers.
• Enforce site and yard health & safety procedures...