Yard Operations Manager

Company: Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.
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Location: Stratford upon Avon
Job Description:

Yard Operations Manager

Location: Near Evesham, Worcestershire

Salary: Circa £60,000

Overview

Our client is seeking a hands-on Yard Operations Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of a busy waste and recycling site. This is a practical management position suited to someone with a strong mechanical plant background who is comfortable overseeing operations while also getting involved on the ground when required. The ideal candidate may currently be working as a Senior Plant Operator, Plant Supervisor or similar and be looking to take the next step in their career.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the yard and ensure the site runs efficiently.
  • Manage and support a team of approximately 8-9 yard-based employees.
  • Oversee machine operators and ensure plant is being operated safely and effectively.
  • Operate site machinery when required to support the wider team and maintain operations.
  • Coordinate servicing, maintenance and repairs across the site’s plant and machinery.
  • Identify mechanical issues and assist with troubleshooting and repairs where required.
  • Work alongside existing workshop and maintenance support.
  • Arrange and order parts and ensure maintenance requirements are dealt with promptly.
  • Help manage day-to-day operational issues, including staff and machinery requirements.
  • Work closely with the wider management team to maintain a safe and productive working environment.

Requirements

  • Previous experience within a plant, waste, recycling, aggregates or similar heavy machinery environment.
  • Strong practical/mechanical understanding of heavy plant and machinery.
  • Experience operating heavy plant such as excavators, loading shovels or similar machinery.
  • Comfortable taking a hands-on approach rather than being purely office-based.
  • Experience overseeing or supervising a team would be advantageous.
  • Good understanding of plant maintenance, repairs and servicing requirements.
  • Organised and capable of taking ownership of day-to-day yard operations.
  • Ideally based within a reasonable commuting distance of Evesham.

Salary & Benefits

  • Circa £60,000 depending on experience, with flexibility for the right candidate.
  • Monday-Friday, approximately 6:30am-4:30pm.
  • Long-term opportunity within a hands-on management position.

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Posted: October 3rd, 2026