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Scaffold Yard Foreman
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Preston, Lancashire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Scaffold Yard Foreman to take full responsibility for the daily running of our scaffold yard operations. This is a critical leadership role ensuring that scaffolding equipment and materials are controlled, inspected, maintained, and distributed in a safe, efficient, and timely manner to support multiple projects across the business.
The Foreman will manage a team of yard operatives and drivers, enforce strict compliance with health & safety standards, maintain accurate stock records, and work closely with Contracts, Transport, and Operations teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Yard Operations & Material Control
* Oversee the loading, unloading, inspection, cleaning, and segregation of scaffolding materials.
* Plan and allocate resources to ensure materials are prepared and dispatched to site in line with project schedules.
* Maintain stock control systems, ensuring accurate counts and minimising losses, theft, or misplacement.
Health, Safety & Compliance
* Enforce compliance with HSEQ policies, industry regulations, and safe systems of work at all times.
* Conduct risk assessments, safety briefings, and toolbox talks with yard staff.
* Monitor and maintain statutory records of inspections, plant/equipment checks, and lifting gear certification.
Leadership & Staff Management
* Lead, train, and motivate yard operatives to maintain high levels of performance, discipline, and teamwork.
* Provide on-the-job coaching and support, identifying training needs and upskilling opportunities.
* Manage work allocation, rotas, holidays, and overtime requirements to ensure adequate coverage.
Administration & Reporting
* Maintain accurate and timely records of stock levels, deliveries, inspections, and yard activity.
* Provide weekly and monthly reports to senior management on yard performance, material shortages, and operational challenges.
* Work with Contracts and Transport Managers to forecast material and logistics needs.
Skills & Experience Required
* Previous experience as a Yard Foreman, Yard Supervisor, or similar role in scaffolding, construction, or hire industry.
* Solid working knowledge of scaffolding materials and industry standards.
* Demonstrable supervisory/leadership ability, managing teams in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, able to prioritise multiple demands.
* Strong health & safety knowledge, ideally with IOSH/SSSTS or equivalent qualification.
* Competent in record-keeping and basic IT systems (Excel, stock management software, handheld scanners).
* Forklift/telehandler certification (essential or willingness to train).
* CISRS scaffolding background advantageous but not mandatory.
Personal Attributes
* Safety-conscious, disciplined, and reliable.
* Strong communicator, confident giving instructions and feedback.
* Proactive and resourceful with a “can do” approach.
* Approachable, supportive, and a strong team leader.
* Practical problem-solver with attention to detail.
* Adaptable, able to work under pressure and to deadlines.
Reporting Lines
* Reports to: Operational Director and Construction Director
* Works closely with: Contracts Managers, HSEQ Team, Transport Team, Yard Operatives, Drivers
Package
Competitive salary (commensurate with experience).
Company pension scheme.
22 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays.
Full-time, permanent role with genuine progression opportunities.
Training and development support (e.g. forklift, IOSH, leadership training).
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