Yard Manager Jobs

Powell Contracting, a division of RSG International, was established in 1967. With over 50 years' experience, we are the industry leader in providing Ontario with the supply and installation of temporary concrete barriers, noise barriers, crash cushions, guide rails, ground mount signs, overhead signs, and sign structures. Our integrated solutions and project delivery strategies improve project timelines and processes, generating increased capabilities for projects including outfitting highways, transit systems, airports, and municipal contracts.

Summary

The Yard Manager will be required to act as the main contact for all field staff, yard staff, materials, equipment, and tools within the yard. Primary focus will include the continued development and implementation of inventory systems, analysis of trends, reporting on activities, maintaining the yard to ensure workplace safety, inspections of equipment and materials to ensure proper working condition and efficiently utilizing storage locations. Other responsibilities will include the scheduling of staff, tracking equipment, coordination of materials, management of resources and maintain accurate records for performance reviews.

Responsibilities

• Execute effective leadership through coaching, counselling, and constructive development as well as hiring, scheduling and managing day-to-day tasks with disciplinary action as required.
• Audit and insure all outbound/inbound materials are shipped/received appropriately and reported.
• Work with operation groups to develop a system to coordinate, track and provide trucking details for materials loaded daily and manage resources accordingly.
• Maintain property, including, snow removal, dust control, cleanliness and keep organized in a safe, professional manor.
• Determine methods of reporting, analyzes trends and distributes reports on a daily basis to all operation groups.
• Serve as main contact, in a 24-hour operating environment, for all field personnel, material, equipment and tooling coming in and out of the yard.
• Support the Health and Safety team by providing and encouraging a safe, clean, working environment for all staff and take part in the bi-monthly Safety Committee Meetings.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and provides performance and status reports as required.
• Inspect all equipment and materials when returned to the yard; thoroughly check equipment to make sure it is in working condition and store materials in an orderly fashion.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently in a busy environment
• Be available from time to time for issue resolution regarding emergencies on a 24/7 basis
• Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational or technical training an asset
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Able to work well under pressure
• 2+ years in a hands-on leadership position within a similar environment
• Possess a valid driver’s license (DZ an asset)
• 5+ years’ experience in a construction and/or yard environment
• MS Office application skills a strong asset
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing

RSG International has a fast-paced and collaborative work environment, where creativity, initiative, and innovation are valued. Offering a variety of programs including learning and development, wellness and community engagement, and events, employees are supported and driven to reach both personal and professional goals. By encouraging employee involvement, we foster an environment committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability, as well as promote a culture that is both physically and psychologically safe.

RSG International is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in an effective and timely manner in accordance with the applicable standards set out in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), the provisions of the Ontario Human Rights Code, and any other applicable legislation. Our goal is to foster an inclusive organizational culture.