Yard & Transport Manager – Scaffolding

Surebuild Scaffolding
Location: 7 Field Close Moorebank
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Construction / Scaffolding

About Surebuild Scaffolding

Surebuild Scaffolding is a growing scaffolding company providing quality scaffolding services across residential and commercial construction projects.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Yard & Transport Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our scaffolding yard and transport department.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who is organised, proactive and capable of managing people, coordinating logistics and maintaining efficient yard operations in a fast-paced construction environment.

You will play an important role in ensuring our equipment, workforce and transport operations are organised and operating efficiently to support our installation and dismantling teams across multiple projects.

About the Role

Reporting to management, you will be responsible for the overall coordination and management of our yard and transport operations.

Working closely with our Labour Allocator, Contractor Drivers and Area Supervisors on a daily basis, you will ensure transport runs are planned effectively, materials are allocated correctly and equipment is prepared and available to meet the demands of our projects.

This role requires someone who can take ownership of the yard, lead a team, solve problems and maintain a high standard of organisation and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Yard Operations & Management

- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the scaffolding yard.
- Manage, supervise and coordinate yard employees and daily workloads.
- Ensure scaffolding materials are organised, stored and maintained correctly.
- Monitor stock levels and ensure sufficient materials are available to meet upcoming project requirements.
- Oversee the loading and unloading of scaffolding materials.
- Ensure materials are correctly prepared, sorted and allocated for upcoming installations and dismantles.
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
- Implement and maintain efficient yard processes and procedures.
- Identify damaged, missing or unusable equipment and arrange repairs or replacement where required.

Transport & Logistics Coordination





- Work closely with the Labour Allocator to coordinate daily transport requirements.
- Develop and coordinate daily transport runs in conjunction with contractor drivers and Area Supervisors.
- Ensure trucks are allocated efficiently to meet installation, dismantle and relocation schedules.
- Coordinate deliveries and collections across multiple construction sites.
- Communicate with drivers and supervisors regarding job requirements, site access and scheduling changes.
- Monitor transport efficiency and identify opportunities to improve truck utilisation and reduce unnecessary travel.
- Manage last-minute changes and logistical challenges as they arise.
- Ensure materials are loaded correctly and transport requirements are communicated clearly.

Team Leadership & Communication

- Manage and lead yard employees, ensuring daily tasks and responsibilities are clearly allocated.
- Set expectations around productivity, punctuality, accountability and workplace standards.
- Work collaboratively with office staff, Labour Allocators, Area Supervisors and contractors.
- Provide direction and support to employees to ensure daily operational targets are achieved.
- Address performance issues and maintain a positive and productive working setting.
- Ensure clear communication between the yard, transport department and site teams.

Safety & Compliance

- Maintain a strong focus on workplace health and safety within the yard.
- Ensure safe loading, unloading, storage and handling of scaffolding materials.
- Ensure appropriate procedures are followed when operating forklifts and other machinery.
- Maintain a safe and organised yard environment.
- Ensure equipment and machinery are maintained and any safety concerns are addressed promptly.

Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

- Previous experience in a Yard Manager, Transport Manager,



Logistics Coordinator or similar operational management role.
- Experience managing and supervising employees.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Experience coordinating transport runs, deliveries and collections.
- The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- A practical, hands-on approach to managing day-to-day operations.
- The ability to take ownership, make decisions and work autonomously.
- Good computer skills and experience using scheduling or inventory systems.
- A strong understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.

Highly regarded:

- Previous experience within the scaffolding, construction or building industry.
- Knowledge of scaffolding equipment and materials.
- Current forklift licence.
- Experience coordinating heavy vehicles and contractor drivers.
- Previous experience managing a busy construction yard or logistics operation.

What We Offer

- Full-time, stable employment with an established and growing scaffolding business.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Opportunity to take ownership of an important operational role within the business.
- Supportive management team and positive working environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to improving and developing our yard and transport operations.
- Long-term career opportunities as the business continues to grow.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who takes pride in running an efficient operation and understands the importance of having the right materials, people and transport in the right place at the right time.

You will be a confident leader who can manage a team, communicate effectively across different departments and isn't afraid to get hands-on when required.

Most importantly, you will be reliable, organised and accountable, with the ability to bring structure and consistency to our yard and transport operations.

If you have the experience and drive to take ownership of this role and help keep a busy scaffolding operation running efficiently, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to join the Surebuild Scaffolding team.

Pay: $90,000.00 – $110,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Yard And Transport Manager - Scaffolding (Moorebank)
🏢 Surebuild Scaffolding
📍 Moorebank