Yard Manager - Forklift Operator - Supervisor

Yard Manager – Join Our Growing Team

Location: Hoo, Rochester

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 5:00pm

Pay: Starting from £13.77 per hour

Employment: Self-Employed

The Metal Collective is a small, family-run business based in Hoo, Rochester, specialising in the fabrication of structural and architectural steelwork. Due to continued growth, we are looking for a hardworking, reliable, and driven individual to join our team as a Yard Manager.

The Role

As our Yard Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the yard. Your responsibilities will include:

• Loading and unloading lorries using a forklift.
• Organising steel and materials into job order.
• Painting fabricated steelwork.
• Checking that all materials required for each project have been completed before dispatch.
• Liaising closely with our fabrication team to ensure jobs stay on schedule.
• Working alongside the business owner to develop and implement new procedures that improve workflow, efficiency, and production.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised yard.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Be 25 years of age or over (for vehicle insurance purposes).
• Hold, or have previously held, a forklift truck licence.
• Have a full UK driving licence and your own transport due to our location.
• Have at least 3 years’ experience in a similar Yard Manager or supervisory yard role.
• Be organised, proactive, and capable of working independently.
• Have a positive attitude and be willing to get involved wherever needed.

What We Offer

Although this is a self-employed position, we offer a number of benefits, including:

• 7 days paid holiday.
• Monthly team breakfasts.
• Performance-related bonuses.
• A friendly, supportive working environment within a growing family business.
• Opportunities to help shape and improve the business as we continue to expand.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday
• 7:00am – 5:00pm
• Overtime is available when required, although it cannot be guaranteed.

Pay

Starting rate: £13.77 per hour, with opportunities for progression based on performance and experience.

If you’re hardworking, take pride in your work, and want to be part of a growing business where your ideas and commitment will be valued, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a brief introduction explaining why you’d be a great fit for our team.

Pay: From £13.77 per hour

Expected hours: 47.5 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Employee mentoring programme
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person