Warehouse Foreman
- Accrington, Lancashire
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Oversee the warehouse to maintain a safe, efficient working environment.
- Track, manage and maintain plant, tools, and assets, ensuring they're serviceable and compliant.
- Manage hired-in plant and minimise over-hiring by liaising with Contracts and Site Managers.
- Maintain accurate maintenance and inspection records.
- Use software systems for asset allocation, returns, and inventory control.
- Report hire trends and recommend investment opportunities.
- Act as responsible keyholder for warehouse security.
- Oversee company vehicles: servicing, inspections, repairs, and compliance.
- Monitor weekly driver checks, ensuring standards are met.
- Coordinate vehicle downtime, spare allocation, and insurance claims.
- Carry out vehicle inspections and ensure trackers/dashcams are operational.
- Support management with vehicle purchase and disposal decisions.
- Supervise warehouse staff and drivers, promoting safe working practices.
- Plan and manage delivery schedules and occasionally complete deliveries yourself.
- Organise site logistics including fencing, welfare units, signage and clearances.
- Coordinate site maintenance, repairs, and clearance ahead of handover.
- Promote and enforce HSE standards across warehouse and fleet operations.
- Conduct toolbox talks, inspections, and routine compliance checks.
- Ensure safe storage of all materials and plant.
- Experience in construction plant, materials and supervisory roles.
- Strong knowledge of plant, tools, materials, and vehicles.
- Understanding of Health andamp; Safety regulations.
- Full UK driving licence (trailer entitlement desirable).
- Forklift licence/experience (training can be provided).
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- IT literate for asset tracking, scheduling and reporting.