Yard Supervisor

Dawsongroup; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-led asset rental business in Milton Keynes is seeking a Yard Supervisor to ensure operations run safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate will carry out vehicle checks, maintain yard organization, and support team logistics. A full UK driving licence is essential; a PSV licence is preferred with training available. The role offers growth opportunities, funded training, and various employee benefits including up to 25 days leave.

Benefits

Up to 25 days leave plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Seasonal gifts

Qualifications

• Comfortable moving vehicles around the site.
• Willingness to learn and progress in fleet operations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily and weekly yard checks on vehicles.
• Ensure the yard is safe, clean, and organised.
• Move, prepare, fuel, and charge vehicles.
• Perform quality inspections on cleaned vehicles.
• Support basic repairs and issue permits to work.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work outdoors

Knowledge of fleet operations

Education

Full UK driving licence

PSV licence (preferred)

Job description

About this Role

As a Yard Supervisor in our Bus and Coach operation, you will be central to keeping our Milton Keynes site running safely, efficiently, and with the high standards our customers expect. Whether you already have experience in a similar role or you are looking to step up, this Yard Supervisor position gives you a chance to shape the flow of vehicles, support our Service Delivery team, and help keep our fleet prepared for daily operations. You will be hands‑on across the yard, ensuring vehicles are checked, organised, and ready for the road.

• Carry out daily and weekly yard checks, updating and maintaining yard plans.
• Keep the yard and containers safe, clean, organised, and secure at all times.
• Move, prepare, fuel, and charge vehicles so they are ready for operational use.
• Work with Valeters and carry out quality inspections on cleaned vehicles.
• Support basic repairs, issue permits to work, and complete walk around checks.
• Liaise with Facilities, Power Solutions, and fleet teams when required.

About You

You take pride in keeping things orderly and safe, and you enjoy a role where you can stay active and solve practical problems. You do not need to meet every requirement to apply, especially if you come from an underrepresented background or are early in your career journey. We value potential and willingness to learn.

• Comfortable working outdoors and moving vehicles around site.
• Strong communicator, able to work with internal teams and external contractors.
• Good attention to detail with a focus on safety and process.
• Keen to build knowledge of fleet operations and site logistics.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• A PSV licence is preferred, however we can train the successful applicant to gain the qualification. When you achieve the licence, your salary will increase.

About Us

Dawsongroup has been a family led business for 90 years and a leader in asset rental for over 50 years. Our Bus and Coach division is recognised for reliable service, high quality fleet assets, and long standing partnerships across the UK.

• A culture built on integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• A business proud of its people, safety standards, and long term customer focus.
• Part of a wider group with opportunities across 11 countries and multiple sectors.

About Your Future

This role offers genuine opportunities to grow in Service Delivery, Fleet, or wider operational roles. We will support your development and help you build a long term career with us.

• Funded training, including PSV licence training where required.
• Clear internal progression pathways across the business.
• Up to 25 days leave including your birthday plus bank holidays and up to 10 additional days.
• Life assurance, wellbeing support, cycle to work, seasonal gifts, and long term incentives.

Dawsongroup is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

If you are ready to take your next step with an asset rental business that truly values its people, we would love to hear from you. Build a career you can be proud of. Our people are our greatest asset