Yard Operative
📍 Location: South Yorkshire
Overview
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Yard Operative to join a growing team in South Yorkshire. This role is based within a busy industrial yard environment and is responsible for the safe and efficient handling, loading, and unloading of steel materials and deliveries.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring materials are accurately picked, organised, and dispatched in line with operational requirements, while maintaining strict health and safety standards at all times.
Key Responsibilities
Safe loading and unloading of lorries using overhead crane, forklift, or side loader
Selecting and arranging steel products to fulfil internal and external orders
Picking steel sections and plate for production and machining requirements
Reading and interpreting delivery notes and order documentation
Manual handling of materials including timber and other components
Ensuring full compliance with site health & safety procedures at all times
Organising stock and maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient yard environment
Supporting general yard operations as requiredSkills, Experience & Qualifications
Previous experience operating an overhead crane is essential
Experience operating plant including shunter, forklift truck (FLT), and combi lift is essential
Forklift truck certification/training is required for this role
Experience working in a steel or heavy industrial environment is highly desirable
Strong understanding of health & safety practices
Ability to work accurately from delivery and order documentation
Reliable, punctual, and physically fit for manual handling duties
Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to work
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a teamTraining
Full training will be provided; however, existing licences and experience with overhead cranes, forklifts, and plant machinery are essential for this role.
Salary & Benefits
Salary is competitive and dependent on experience.
Benefits include:
Company pension scheme
Sick pay scheme
Health plan
Cycle to Work scheme
Sharesave scheme
Option to purchase additional holidaysApply
If you are an experienced Yard Operative looking to join a busy and fast-paced industrial environment, we would like to hear from you