Mechanical Yard Operative£18-£21 per hour + Overtime + Training + Long-Term OpportunitySwindon Are you a Mechanical Yard Operative or mechanically minded operative looking for a stable, Monday-Friday role with consistent hours and overtime opportunities? Do you want to work for a well-established company in the water industry that offers training, progression, and long-term security? On offer is the opportunity to join a leading contractor within the water industry, delivering high-quality services across specialised coatings, maintenance, and new projects. The company operates across civil, mechanical, and electrical activities and prides itself on safety, quality, and efficiency. In this yard-based, hands-on position, you will focus on the servicing, maintenance, and preparation of spray pump machinery and associated equipment, while also carrying out other yard-based tasks such as safe forklift operation, loading, unloading, and organising equipment. You will play a key role in ensuring all machinery is maintained to a high standard and fully prepared for site use. This role would suit a mechanical Yard Operative who has worked with machinery, holds a forklift licence, and is looking for a long-term position with a reputable company. The Role: Service, maintain, fault-find, and repair spray pump machinery, carrying out preventative maintenance as requiredPrepare, inspect, test, and move equipment prior to site use, including safe forklift operationMaintain a clean, safe, and well-organised yard and workshop environmentSupport site and workshop teams as required - 45-hour week, Monday-Friday (7:00am-5:00pm) The Person: Mechanical Yard Operative, Service Technician or similarMechanical knowledge and hands-on experience with machineryForklift licence requiredCommutable to Swindon Reference: BBBH23620A If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.