Humres Technical Recruitment Limited

Transport & Yard Manager

Location: Preston

Type: Permanent

Salary: £32,000 Per Year

Posted on: 02/07/2025

About the Company

A leading provider of access solutions for some of the UK’s most ambitious construction and infrastructure projects. With a reputation built on safety, quality, and innovation, this company delivers scalable solutions that support the successful completion of complex builds.

The business is now looking for a highly capable and detail-driven Yard & Transport Manager to join its growing commercial team.

The Opportunity

As Yard & Transport Manager, you will play a central role in ensuring that scaffold materials, fleet vehicles, and operational resources are efficiently managed, safely handled, and strategically deployed to meet the demands of a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will take full ownership of yard and fleet compliance, lead a multi-disciplinary team, and develop the FORS accreditation and Operator’s Licence management systems.

What You’ll Do

Yard Operations

  • Oversee the day-to-day functioning of both depots’ yards, maintaining stock control, safe working practices, and clear site layouts.

  • Supervise loading and unloading operations to minimise damage and improve turnaround times.

  • Ensure accurate record-keeping of all equipment, plant and scaffolding components.

  • Maintain a high standard of cleanliness, order, and operational readiness across both depots.

Transport & Logistics

  • Coordinate daily transport scheduling, dispatch and delivery of materials and equipment to live construction sites.

  • Ensure full compliance with all transport regulations including LOLER, PUWER, FORS, and DVSA requirements.

  • Manage the company’s Operator’s Licence, including reporting, vehicle documentation, servicing schedules, and audits.

  • Monitor and manage vehicle tracking systems and driver performance metrics.

  • Implement route optimisation strategies to reduce costs, delays and environmental impact.

Team Management & Leadership

  • Lead, coach and support a team of yard operatives, drivers, and site coordinators.

  • Conduct regular team briefings, toolbox talks and performance reviews.

  • Promote a safety-first culture and ensure team accountability across both depots.

  • Build strong internal communication between logistics, site and project teams.

Compliance, Safety & Continuous Improvement

  • Ensure all operations meet current legislative and health & safety standards.

  • Deliver safety training, conduct regular risk assessments and oversee incident reporting.

  • Take responsibility for progressing the company’s FORS (Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme) accreditation.

  • Proactively identify and implement improvements in yard layout, stock movement, transport logistics and compliance processes.

  • Monitor transport and yard-related budgets, ensuring operational efficiency and cost control.

What We’re Looking For

  • Previous experience in yard, transport or logistics management.

  • Strong knowledge of transport compliance and legislation.

  • Operator’s Licence management experience essential.

  • Experience with FORS accreditation (implementation or maintenance).

  • Excellent leadership and organisational skills.

  • Ability to manage multi-site teams and conflicting priorities.

  • Comfortable using logistics software and fleet tracking systems.

  • Full UK Driving Licence required (HGV desirable).

  • FLT licence preferred.

  • Proactive approach to staying current with industry and regulatory requirements.

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary (based on experience).

  • Pension scheme.

  • Ongoing training and development (e.g. FORS, compliance, transport).

  • Opportunities to progress within a growing and respected contractor.

  • Supportive team environment and safety-first culture.

  • Company laptop & mobile phone.

    Benefits:

    • Company pension

    • Free parking

    • On-site parking

  • Schedule:

    • Monday to Friday