Yard Operative

Location Higham Ferrers
Discipline: Construction Equipment, Agricultural, Cranes, Groundcare
Associated job titles: Yard Operative, Operator , Yard Supervisor, Yard Manager, Yard Assistant
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £25k - 32k per year
Contact name: Tyler Silsby

Contact email: Tyler.silsby@pathrecruitment.com
Contact phone: 01933 667 224
Job ref: 44250
Published: 12 days ago

Yard Operative - Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire

Join the team at Higham Ferrers as a Yard Operative! If you have hands-on experience in handling cranes, telehandlers, or other heavy equipment and thrive working both independently and as part of a close-knit team, this could be the perfect role for you.

What’s in it for You:

  • Up to £30,000 Per Annum

  • Collaborative team environment with opportunities to work independently

  • Career growth within a respected, safety-first organisation

  • Exposure to a variety of construction and maintenance equipment

  • A positive work culture focused on integrity and professionalism

Main Duties:

  • Safely load cranes, ballast, and accessories onto transport using a telehandler or Gapo, ensuring accuracy with each order.

  • Unload and inspect returned equipment, verifying the condition and completeness of items.

  • Maintain yard organisation, assisting with stock control, and keeping records up to date.

  • Clean and prepare equipment, performing routine maintenance to ensure all items are presentable and functional.

  • Work outside in all weather conditions, observing health and safety protocols.

What We’re Looking For:

Ideal skills and experience include:

  • Proficiency in operating a telehandler

  • Background in basic mechanical maintenance and servicing of equipment

  • Familiarity with construction plant or crane equipment, including self-erecting tower cranes

  • A valid UK driving licence with a clean record

Key personal attributes:

  • A self-starter with high levels of motivation and initiative

  • Honest, dependable, and committed to safety

  • Organised with the ability to manage tasks effectively and meet deadlines

  • Basic computer skills to manage stock and records

  • Strong English communication skills

About the Organisation:

  • An established name in equipment solutions for the construction sector

  • Dedicated to fostering a safe, supportive, and professional work environment

  • Committed to employee development and job satisfaction

  • Conveniently based in Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire

To excel in this role, you may come from a background such as Yard Assistant, Equipment Operative, Stock Coordinator, Plant Handler, Crane Yard Assistant, Maintenance Operative, Construction Site Worker, Logistics Support, Machinery Handler or Inventory Assistant.

If you’re ready to take on a dynamic role as a Yard Operative in a reputable company, apply today, email Tyler directly at tyler.silsby@pathrecruitment.com or call directly on 01933 667224 

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