Yard Operative

Yard Operative

Location: Northampton  

Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour

Position Type: Temporary to Permanent  

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 07:30 – 18:00 (Overtime available at weekends)

Job Purpose:

As a Yard Operative, you will play a crucial role in supporting the daily operations of the production factory and yard. You will be responsible for managing incoming raw materials, organising the yard layout, and ensuring that heavy, high-value stone goods are handled safely and efficiently to keep production moving smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading deliveries and collections safely and efficiently

• Moving stock, materials and products around the yard using appropriate equipment

• Checking deliveries against paperwork and reporting any discrepancies or damages

• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the yard and storage areas

• Assisting with stock control and inventory checks

• Ensuring all materials are stored safely and correctly

• Operating machinery and equipment where authorised and trained to do so

• Supporting warehouse, production or installation teams when required

• Following all company Health & Safety procedures and site rules

• Reporting hazards, accidents or equipment faults promptly

• Assisting customers, drivers and suppliers in a professional manner

• Carrying out general labouring and manual handling duties as required

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a yard, warehouse, manufacturing or logistics environment preferred

• Good understanding of Health & Safety practices

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Reliable, hardworking and punctual

• Good communication skills

• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling duties

• Forklift Truck (FLT) licence desirable but not essential

• Basic numeracy and literacy skills

Personal Qualities

• Positive and flexible attitude

• Strong work ethic

• Organised and safety-conscious

• Willingness to learn and support colleagues

• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment

Qualifications

• GCSEs or equivalent preferred.

• CNC machining qualification or relevant manufacturing experience desirable.

Forklift licence advantageous