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Yard Operations Manager

Wythenshawe | £38,000–£44,000 + Benefits | Full-time (37.5hrs per week within business operating hours 6:30 am-5pm with occasional weekend working)

Our client, a well-established waste management company with a strong national presence, is looking to appoint an experienced Yard Operations Manager for their busy site in Wythenshawe.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proven people leader who thrives in a fast-paced yard or warehouse environment and is keen to join a business that truly values its employees.

The Role

As Yard Operations Manager, you will take responsibility for the smooth day-to-day running of the site, leading and motivating the team to achieve operational KPIs while ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards.

Key duties include:

Managing all yard and warehouse operations, including Goods In/Out, stock control, and vehicle movements.

Leading supervisors, team leaders, and staff to maintain efficient and safe site operations.

Monitoring site performance, troubleshooting issues, and driving continuous improvement.

Overseeing plant and equipment checks, ensuring compliance with company policies and site procedures.

Producing daily reports and supporting audits and regulatory requirements.

Working closely with the Site Manager to deliver site improvement initiatives.

The Person

The ideal candidate will have:

At least 2 years’ supervisory or management experience (waste, recycling, or metal sector preferred but not essential).

Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage teams effectively.

Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.

Good knowledge of Health & Safety standards (COTC and other qualifications are desirable, though training can be provided).

IT literacy and experience with management/reporting systems.

A full, clean UK driving licence and eligibility to work in the UK.

The Offer

Salary: £38,000–£44,000 per annum

28 days minimum holiday entitlement

Company pension scheme with employer contributions

Free on-site parking

Complimentary refreshments in staff canteen

Employee wellbeing and engagement support

A positive, supportive company culture

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful, growing company where you will play a key role in shaping the performance of a busy site operation.

If you have the experience and drive we’re looking for, apply now to be considered for this Yard Operations Manager position