Yard Operative – Bruton
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Yard Operative – Bruton

Yard Operative

Location: Bruton

We are looking for a Yard Operative to work mainly at our depot in Bruton (Somerset) but also at any or our other depots: Milborne St Andrew (Dorset) and Stoford (Wiltshire), when required.

You will be responsible for organising vehicles and equipment in a manner that ensures operational efficiency, safety and security. You will carry out a wide variety of tasks, whether you are moving equipment for sale or demonstration, or preparing a machine for collection, no two days are the same. The role will focus on the work required at our depots including their general upkeep and running collections/deliveries between them. This is a physically demanding job involving mostly working outdoors.

Key responsibilities:

  • Maintaining the depot outdoor space and keeping a tidy yard.
  • Collection and delivery of tractors and other equipment.
  • Cleaning and preparation of vehicles and machinery ready for sale/delivery.
  • Support Sales so machinery is correctly displayed, organised and ready for sale.
  • Emptying bins, cleaning and general tidying of workshops and yards.
  • Assist with stocktaking when required.
  • Ensure health and safety procedures and all company polices are adhered to.

 

Skills:

Essential:

  • Full UK Driving Licence.
  • Personable, able to maintain good working relationships.
  • Good communication and organisational skills.
  • Physical skills like movement, coordination and dexterity.
  • Willingness to learn new skills such as tractor driving. Training will be provided.

 

Desirable:

  • Experience driving tractors.
  • Telehandler / Forklift Certification
  • Working knowledge of agricultural machinery.

 

We offer:

  • Salary: £9 to £11 per hour depending on skills and experience.
  • Company sick pay after 1 year of employment.
  • Your Birthday off.
  • Modern and friendly working environment.
  • Work wear.
  • Employee discount.
  • Opportunity for progression.

To apply, send your CV and covering letter to Te*********@re**************.uk