Yard & Workshop Foreperson — Lead & Coordinate

Sunbelt Rentals UK & Ireland; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Life assurance

Retail discount scheme

Employee recognition awards

Company pension

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Foreperson/Workshop Manager or Supervisor based in Carlisle to run the busy yard and lead a small team, ensuring targets are hit and customers are satisfied. You'll manage workshop and yard operations, organise stock, monitor off-hired equipment, and maintain high safety and service standards under the guidance of the Line Manager.

The role offers a supportive environment with award-winning training opportunities and a clear path for

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a yard environment.
• Forklift license required.
• Experience managing a team of people.
• Strong awareness of health and safety requirements.
• Desirable industry sector experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day workshop and yard staff.
• Organise returns, repairs and stock in yard.
• Monitor off-hired equipment, record repairs per guidelines.
• Coordinate vehicle movements in and around the yard.
• Ensure yard and equipment areas are clean and compliant with safety standards.
• Carry out regular stock checks and participate in stock takes.

Skills

Yard environment experience

Forklift license

Team leadership

Health and safety awareness

Industry experience (desirable)

Job description

Sunbelt Rentals UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Foreperson/Workshop Manager or Supervisor based in Carlisle to run the busy yard and lead a small team, ensuring targets are hit and customers are satisfied. You'll manage workshop and yard operations, organise stock, monitor off-hired equipment, and maintain high safety and service standards under the guidance of the Line Manager.

The role offers a supportive environment with award-winning training opportunities and a clear path for