Yard Operative​/Warehouse Operative

Position: Yard Operative / Warehouse Operative - Training Provided (Permanent)
YARD OPERATIVE – HEAVY LIFTING / MANUAL HANDLING
Full Time | Permanent | Up to £28,000 + Overtime | 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

PLEASE NOTE:

This role involves significant manual handling and heavy lifting and requires a physically fit individual comfortable working in a busy yard environment.

Our client is recruiting for a Yard Operative to join their busy operations and logistics team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, outdoor environments, warehouse and yard operations, and being part of a fast-paced operational team.

The successful candidate will support the day-to-day running of the yard, equipment preparation, stock control, loading and unloading vehicles, and maintaining a safe and organised working environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend the daily 7:30am Toolbox Talk and safety briefings

• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe yard environment

• Report hazards, damage, or safety concerns using near miss and damage reporting procedures

• Carry out routine inspections, servicing, and maintenance of equipment

• Prepare and check equipment for upcoming assignments and operations

• Accurately pick equipment using load lists

• Load and unload vehicles, trailers, and stillages safely

• Secure loads using ratchet straps and correct load securing techniques

• Ensure trailers are secured in line with VOSA regulations

• Work with the operations team to monitor and maintain stock levels

• Ensure equipment is serviced, organised, and ready for despatch

• Support annual stock checks and asset identification processes

• Manually move stock, scaffolding, and equipment safely

ADMINISTRATION AND REPORTING

• Follow correct yard labelling and identification procedures

• Complete near miss, accident, and damage reports accurately

• Ensure load lists are completed correctly

• Report missing equipment or items not returned from site

• Notify management of stock shortages or required consumables

HEALTH & SAFETY

• Maintain high Health and Safety standards within the yard and operational areas

• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety documentation

• Take responsibility for your own safety and the safety of colleagues

• Immediately report equipment defects, hazards, or accidents

• Comply fully with Health & Safety at Work legislation

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

• Work in line with the company’s values, procedures, and operational standards

• Maintain a professional and positive attitude at all times

• Support the team through clear communication and teamwork

• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

• Participate in ongoing training and development programmes

• Attend performance reviews and supervision sessions

• Opportunity to receive Forklift Truck (FLT) training after six months

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• Salary up to £28,000 per annum

• Generous overtime available

Overtime rates:

• Monday – Friday: 1.5x hourly rate after 8 hours

• Saturday: 1.5x hourly rate

• Sunday: 1.5x hourly rate

• Bank Holidays:
Double time

Additional benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Stable full-time position

• Training and career development opportunities

WORKING HOURS

• Monday to Friday

• 7:30am – 4:00pm

• 40 hours per week

• 30-minute lunch break