Yard Operative
M44
Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:30am 4:00pm, Friday 7:30am 3:00pm. Saturday overtime available 8:00am 1:00pm.
Pay: GBP 12.71 per hour, overtime paid at x1.5. Temporary role with the potential to become permanent.
We are recruiting for a Yard Operative to join a family:run wholesale plant specialist based at a 40:acre site in Manchester, with easy access to the region s major road networks. Established in 1964, the business has grown to become one of the leading wholesale plant suppliers to landscapers, professional gardeners and garden designers. This is a hands:on outdoor role suited to someone who enjoys physical work, working as part of a team, and being outside in all weather conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
Picking and packing plants, shrubs, and trees
Unloading large transit vehicles arriving from Europe with full supplier deliveries
Planting, digging, and supporting general nursery and yard duties
Assisting with stock handling and vehicle loading when required
Working efficiently outdoors in all weather conditions, including wind, rain, cold, and heat
Supporting the wider team to keep the yard organised, stocked, and running smoothly
About You:
Comfortable with physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions
Reliable, hardworking, and able to work well as part of a team
Experience in yard, landscaping, or similar outdoor work
Forklift truck experience would be helpful, but is not essential
A positive attitude and willingness to support different tasks across the site
What We Offer:
The chance to join an established, family:run business with a strong reputation in the industry
A varied, hands:on role working across a busy 40:acre wholesale plant site
Supportive and knowledgeable team environment with potential for a permanent opportunity
How :
Please follow the application instructions and submit your CV to be considered for this position.
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