🚜 Yard Operative (Counterbalance) — Thurleigh (Driver Essential)
Permanent | ÂŁ28,000 Basic + Overtime (Realistic ÂŁ33k+ Earnings)
If you love being hands-on, working outdoors, and operating forklifts — and you can drive — we want to hear from you.
We’re hiring 2 Yard Operatives for our Thurleigh site (remote location — own transport essential). This is a permanent, full-time role with steady year-round work and loads of overtime in the summer months
💰 What You’ll Earn
* ÂŁ28,000 basic salary
* Hours: 07:30 – 16:00 | Monday–Friday
* Overtime available April–October (consistently busy)
* Time + ½ after 8 hours Mon–Fri
* Time + ½ weekends
* Double time Bank Holidays
* Even just 2 extra hours/day in peak season = ~ÂŁ5,000 extra per year
🌤️ What The Job Involves
* Operating counterbalance forklift & telehandler
* Loading & unloading vehicles
* Preparing equipment for jobs
* Picking kit from load lists
* Securing loads with ratchet straps
* Yard organisation & safety checks
* Equipment inspections & basic maintenance
* Supporting stock control & annual stock checks
* Manual handling of equipment & materials
* Attending daily toolbox talks
âś… What You Need
* Counterbalance forklift licence (current or lapsed)
* Full UK driving licence (essential for this remote site)
* Comfortable working outdoors all year
* Reliable and safety-focused
* Happy with physical, practical work
đź”’ Why This Role Is Different
* Permanent — not seasonal
* Busy summer months = strong overtime earnings
* Winter months remain steady — no drop-off in hours
* Supportive operations team
* Proper equipment & organised yard setup
* Remote location = peaceful environment