Yard Foreman

Pertemps Bridgwater; Ebford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established construction solutions provider in Exeter is seeking a Yard Foreman. You will oversee yard operations, manage a team, and ensure compliance with safety standards. The position offers £16.00 per hour plus a quarterly profit-related bonus, with opportunities for training and career development in a safety-first environment.

Benefits

Quarterly profit-related bonus

Training and career development opportunities

Safety-first working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a yard foreman or supervisory role within construction.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees yard operations and manages a team.
• Monitors stock levels and maintains accurate records.
• Ensures compliance with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of health and safety

Tools

Forklift

Plant operator ticket

Job description

Location: Exeter

Pay: GBP16.00 per hour + quarterly profit-related bonus

Hours: 39 hours per week (Mon-Thu 8:00am-4:30pm, Fri 8:00am-3:30pm, 30 mins lunch each day)

We are recruiting for an experienced Yard Foreman to join a well-established construction solutions provider. This role offers a competitive hourly rate, a profit-related bonus, and the opportunity to develop your career within a global industry leader.

The Role

As Yard Foreman, you will be responsible for overseeing all yard operations, ensuring equipment and materials are organised, maintained, and distributed efficiently. You will lead a small team, ensuring high standards of safety and productivity at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervising daily yard activities, including loading, unloading, storage, and distribution of equipment
• Coordinating and motivating yard staff to achieve targets and maintain safety standards
• Monitoring stock levels and maintaining accurate records
• Overseeing equipment inspections, maintenance, and repairs
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures
• Supporting staff training and development

About You

• Previous experience in a yard foreman or supervisory role within construction, building, or a related industry
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Good knowledge of health and safety requirements
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Plant operator ticket (desirable)
• Forklift experience (desirable)

What's on Offer

• GBP16.00 per hour + quarterly profit-related bonus
• 39-hour working week, early Friday finish
• Training and career development opportunities
• Supportive, safety-first working environment