Senior Yard Person

Humber Recruitment are seeking a responsible, proactive, and highly organised Senior Yard Person to support both internal and external service operations for a valued client of ours in Immingham.

This newly created position plays a key role in ensuring that all yard activities meet the exceptionally high standards expected of a new Machine Preparation Centre.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Coordination — Lead and support the yard team across a range of daily operational activities, in turn supporting the Stores and Logistics Supervisor
• Machine Processing — Oversee the timely and accurate booking in of new machines, ensuring all records are completed to a high standard
• Quality Presentation — Maintain exceptional levels of machine presentation, including high-quality valeting and precise preparation for despatch
• Stock Parking Efficiency — Manage yard layout and parking to maximise space utilisation and ensure safe, efficient movement of all machines on site
• Incident Reporting — Report and conduct initial investigations into any incidents, promoting safe working practices and driving continuous improvement
• Compliance — Ensure all yard operations follow internal procedures and comply with Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality ISO standards
• Task Allocation — Assign daily tasks to the yard team and ensure timely and accurate completion
• Final Checks & Documentation — Complete final inspections of valeted machines and ensure despatch documentation is uploaded correctly and in line with process requirements
• Yard Maintenance — Support general yard upkeep and housekeeping, maintaining a clean, safe, and professional environment at all times

Candidate Profile

• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Close attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work proactively and manage multiple priorities
• Understanding of safe working practices and compliance standards

What You’ll Be Doing

To supervise & oversee all yard-related activities, to include but not be to:

• Health & Safety and Environmental compliance
• High-level quality turn out of the machine before dispatch
• Turn out of good housekeeping standards at all times
• To ensure sound preparation (staffing / safe working area) regarding loading and unloading of equipment, support incoming deliveries and manage local yard maintenance
• Oversee timely, accurate and efficient booking in of new machines as they arrive from the docks and highlight any discrepancies
• To support the MPC Logistics and Stores Supervisor with yard efficiencies of staff allocation, machine parking and yard maintenance
• To assist in stocktake audit and yard inventory levels, e.g., tyres and associated parts, at intervals set by the company
• Apply an effective and efficient running of the wash bay facility, ensuring that machinery and equipment are washed and valeted to an exceptionally high standard in accordance with workflow priorities
• Effective management of waste, ensuring it is correctly segregated and ensuring contractors are not utilising site skips
• To advise management of any performance issues or process challenges to maintain/improve the day-to-day way of work
• Engage with our quality systems and DDR process for continuous improvement
• To carry out any other duties deemed necessary by the MPC Logistics and Stores Supervisor or MPC Manager

What You’ll Bring

To excel in this role, we seek candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Good communication skills
• Work on own initiative without recourse to others
• Evident ability to lead a team
• Have proven experience in promoting and maintaining good working relationships with other staff
• The ability to manage a yard area or equivalent effectively
• A head for accuracy and attention to detail
• An understanding of H&S / Quality / Environment responsibility
• IT literacy

Desirable:

• Any formal qualification befitting a construction machinery background and or proven yard management
• Be able to load and unload heavy and compact construction equipment in a safe manner
• Qualified to drive construction vehicles
• Recognised safety qualification (IOSH or similar)

What’s In It For You

Alongside a competitive salary, the client offers a host of fantastic benefits

Taking Care of You

• Health Cash Plan – Claim money back on prescriptions (including HRT), glasses, dentists’ appointments, physio and more. This covers your basic plan, with the option to upgrade
• Free Physio Access – Speak to a physio by phone or video
• 24/7 GP Service – Private GP access anytime
• That’s not all – The client also offers a whole host of additional Health & Wellbeing Support and benefits

Life Outside of Work

• Enhanced Sick Pay – Extra support when you’re unwell, meaning you can rest a little easier while you recover
• Family Leave – Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• IVF Support – Paid time off for treatment and appointments
• Retirement Support – Enjoy bonuses and phasedown days when it’s time to retire

Financial Extras

• Pension – The client will match your contributions up to 5%
• Car Leasing – Salary sacrifice schemes through Tusker or Octopus
• Cycle to Work – Save on a new bike and accessories
• Discounts Platform – Save on groceries, holidays, shopping and more

Feeling Part of the Team

You’ll also have access to a range of team-focused benefits, including a refer-a-friend bonus, long service awards starting at three years, a paid volunteering day each year, Christmas shutdown as part of your holiday allowance, and plenty of opportunities to get involved through our Employee Council, Social Committee, and Caring, Daring, Sharing awards.

To apply for the position, click the apply button below or at the top of the page and complete the form. For more information on the role, call our team on 01472 729768 and we will be happy to assist. You can visit our jobs page to see our full list of available vacancies.

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