Yard Operative

The UK’s oldest independent hirer and manufacturer of modular and portable buildings is looking for a Yard Operative to join our growing team. You’ll be joining a family owned business that has more than doubled in size in the last five years, as well as recently posting record profits. We are looking for new talent to help achieve our aim of being number one in our sector. Who we are looking for: The Yard Operative is responsible for processing instructions received from the Yard Foreman as requested, ensuring quality, safety, security, and minimising wastage. To be successful in this role you will need to have experience in basic plumbing and joinery works, experience in electrical work would be beneficial. You will have excellent time management skills, with the ability to juggle a busy workload and remain calm under pressure. Being an enthusiastic team player with a commitment to offering first class customer service is essential. Key Responsibilities Preparing and reconfiguring our wide range of modular buildings and anti-vandal cabins Cleaning, painting and general maintenance to cabins / buildings as instructed. Ensure all furniture is checked on return to the yard, removed from cabins and put back into storage.. Minimise material wastage. Assist in the safe loading and unloading of cabins / buildings and materials. Maintain good housekeeping in the yard and workshop at all times. Adhere to current health and safety legislation. Skills and Experience: Experience in plumbing, joinery and electrical work would be an advantage Able to multi task and prioritise busy workload Key Attributes: Committed to offering first class customer service An enthusiastic team player Motivated self-starter Thorough, methodical approach Displays integrity in all interactions Ability to work effectively under pressure Proactive Expert time manager Highly professional, positive attitude What you will get in return: Described by employees as a great place to work, the business prides itself on its open door policy and family atmosphere. It credits employees as the key to its ongoing success and invests heavily in training, progression, development and welfare. In addition to competitive remuneration, the company operates a competitive holiday entitlement, pension and life assurance. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community. Please note we are unable to respond to all applications, therefore only shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 7 -14 days NO AGENCIES PLEASE