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Who are McHale Komatsu and why you should work with us
At McHale Komatsu we are proud to be one of the largest construction equipment distributors in the UK. We supply some of the world’s most exciting and ground-breaking products including Intelligent Machine Control (iMC) and Hybrid Excavators reducing our customers fuel usage.
We value our local community – with wanting to improve lives and minimising environmental impact being at the top of our lists.
We are continuously building a culture where enthusiastic and motivated people (just like you!) can construct a life-long career, within a reputable brand. Known for our quality and innovation, we are regularly searching for talented individuals to join our diverse, and friendly team.
Come and join us to make good products even better – we’d love to hear from you!
About the role
We’re looking for a proactive and organised Yard Operative to support the safe and efficient running of our busy Chester-le-Street depot.
This is a hands-on role where you’ll take ownership of the yard area—ensuring machines are correctly managed from arrival through to dispatch. You’ll coordinate transport movements, maintain accurate machine documentation, and keep both the machine park and staging areas organised in line with the PDI schedule. You’ll also play a key role in keeping the workshop supplied with machines and ensuring the yard operates safely at all times.
Function: Yard / Workshop
Service Area: Stock Yard & Workshop
Reporting to: Workshop Chargehand / Service Supervisor
Duties and responsibilities:
1. Keep the machine in park and staging areas organised as per the PDI planner.
2. Ensure the safe operation of the yard area.
3. Ensure that the yard area is kept clean and tidy.
4. Complete all documentation for machines arriving and leaving site.
5. Conduct regular machine stock checks.
6. Direct HGV activity around the yard and allocate machines for delivery.
7. Keep the PDI workshop supplied with machines when needed.
8. Operate the forklift truck when needed to load/unload transport.
9. Coordinate subcontractor works in the yard area.
10. Assist the parts department with machine bucket allocations and stock checks.
11. Washing and valeting new machines when required pre delivery.
Person Specification:
Essential:
12. Positive approach to Health & Safety
13. Full UK Driving Licence and valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence
14. Experience working with heavy construction plant machinery, including operating or moving hydraulic excavators
15. Previous experience in a yard or similar operational environment
16. Basic IT skills (e.g. Microsoft D365 or similar systems)
17. Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
18. Good communication skills and a proactive, customer-focused approach
19. Ability to work to deadlines with a flexible attitude to hours when required
20. Commitment to maintaining high standards of housekeeping and organisation
Desirable:
21. Experience working with a construction equipment OEM or dealer
22. Experience in a busy construction plant yard environment
23. HGV / STGO low loader experience
What we can offer you:
24. Competitive Salary
25. Up to 27 days holiday linked to service, plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
26. Employee Assistance Programme
27. Company Pension Scheme
28. Career development/progression
29. Death in service benefit