Our client is seeking a dependable and proactive Yard Operative / FLT Driver to join their energetic team. This role involves manual handling and heavy lifting; therefore, you must be physically fit.
Apply below after reading through all the details and supporting information regarding this job opportunity.
Job Objectives
* Provide essential support to daily operations, ensuring adherence to company policies, procedures, and team objectives.
* Assist in the smooth running of the Operations and Yard departments.
* Hold a valid forklift licence (essential).
Operational Duties (including, but not limited to):
* Attend the daily Toolbox Talk promptly at 7:30 am.
* Maintain a clean and safe yard environment by minimising risks and promptly reporting concerns to the Operations Management Team, both verbally and via Near Miss and Damages procedures.
* Perform regular servicing, inspection, and maintenance of all equipment.
* Undertake any tasks within the role's scope as directed by line management.
* Prepare equipment for tasks as requested by the Operations Management Team.
* Accurately pick equipment according to load lists.
* Load and unload equipment from various vehicles, including counterbalance forklifts and telehandlers.
* Secure loads to trailers and kit to stillages safely using ratchet straps.
* Ensure trailers are strapped in compliance with VOSA regulations.
* Collaborate with operations personnel to monitor and maintain stock levels.
* Ensure stock is serviced and ready for despatch.
* Participate actively in annual stock audits and asset identification.
* Carry out manual handling of stock, scaffolding, and equipment safely and correctly.
Administrative Duties (including, but not limited to):
* Accurately follow yard procedures for equipment labelling.
* Complete all documentation related to near misses, accident reporting, and damages with precision.
* Ensure load lists are fully and accurately completed.
* Report promptly to Line Management any items not returned from site.
* Notify Line Management immediately of stock shortages and required consumables.
Health & Safety (including, but not limited to):
* Actively promote and uphold Health and Safety standards within the workplace.
* Maintain awareness of all Health & Safety documentation relevant to your role, including the Health & Safety Policy.
* Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others affected by your actions or omissions.
* Report equipment defects or environmental hazards immediately to your line manager.
* Notify your line manager promptly of any workplace accidents.
* Comply fully with your responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act.
General Responsibilities and Expectations (including, but not limited to):
* Work in alignment with the organisation's mission, vision, strategic plans, policies, and procedures.
* Conduct yourself professionally at all times, reflecting positively on the company.
* Demonstrate a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
* Be proactive in supporting continuous improvement through effective communication and adherence to procedures.
Training and Development (including, but not limited to):
* Participate fully in training and development activities in line with the company's training plan and mandatory requirements.
* Attend and contribute to supervision sessions and an annual personal review.
Salary
Up to £28,000 per annum, with an expectation to work some overtime during the busy summer period. Current overtime rates are as follows:
* Monday to Friday – time worked beyond your contractual eight hours per day will be times your standard hourly rate.
* Saturday – 1.5 times your standard hourly rate, regardless of hours worked.
* Sunday – 1.5 times your standard hourly rate, regardless of hours worked.
* Bank Holidays – double your standard hourly rate.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. xsngvjr
Standard working hours: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, including a 30-minute lunch break – 40 hours per week.