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Yard Supervisor

Lead from the Front.

Drive Yard Excellence.

At Chandler, we take pride in supplying quality building materials with outstanding service - and we know our people are the key to that success.

We're looking for a proactive Yard Supervisor who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and is ready to inspire a team to deliver exceptional service, every day.

If you're a natural leader who values teamwork, safety, and customer satisfaction, this is your opportunity to be a visible, trusted part of a business with a strong local reputation.

Your Role

As Yard Supervisor, you'll take a leading role in ensuring the efficient, safe and smooth operation of our yard.

You'll motivate and guide the team, support day-to-day operations, and maintain a well-organised, professional environment that keeps customers coming back.

Key Responsibilities:


  • Oversee daily yard activities including team coordination, customer service, and stock management
  • Ensure all health & safety practices are followed, creating a safe environment for staff and visitors
  • Carry out staff performance reviews and support development through training and mentoring
  • Approve team leave requests and manage cover in line with business needs
  • Welcome and assist customers, offering product knowledge and ensuring efficient order fulfilment
  • Support unloading, checking and storing deliveries
  • Assist with regular stock spot-checks and accurate reporting
  • Uphold cleanliness and orderliness across yard and storage areas
  • Report incidents and accidents promptly, following company procedures
  • Maintain compliance with all company policies and standards

What You'll Bring:


  • Strong communication, organisational, and team leadership skills
  • Previous supervisory experience, ideally in a yard or trade environment
  • Sound knowledge of health & safety procedures and safe working practices
  • Confidence working outdoors in all weathers and performing manual handling tasks
  • Forklift Truck Licence (Counterbalance) - desirable
  • Experience in a builders' merchant or knowledge of building materials - essential
  • A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to support wherever needed

Job Details:


  • Work Pattern: 7.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday, plus alternate Saturdays 7.30am - 12.30pm

Salary & Benefits:


  • Basic Pay: £33000-36000 per annum, DOE
  • Pension scheme
  • Employee discount
  • Free on site parking
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Death in service benefit
  • Discretionary bonus scheme

Why Join Chandler?

We're a family-run business with deep roots in our community, offering a friendly and professional work environment where every team member matters.

At Chandler, you'll be part of a team that values reliability, trust, and pride in a job well done.

Ready to Make Your Move?

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a company that recognises hard work and rewards initiative, we want to hear from you.

Apply today to become part of the Chandler team.



  • Start: ASAP
  • Duration: Permanent
  • Rate: £33k - 36k per year + Benefits
  • Location: Chelmsford, Essex, England
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Construction
  • Recruiter: Hiring People
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  • Reference: online-3955
  • Posted: 2025-05-07 18:01:07 -

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