Yard Assistant

Job Function:

Responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the yard while always adhering to HSE requirements. 

Moving, displaying and storing heavy equipment appropriately at the depot as well as helping with loading and unloading deliveries and ensuring the yard is organised and safe for employees and customers. 

Essential Duties:

• Operate and move machinery in a safe and efficient manner


• Display and store equipment and machinery in an organised and logical way


• Maintain a clean, safe and tidy environment including organising, general maintenance, upkeep and waste organisation


• Taking a pride in the site by maintaining the grass areas in the depot, weeding and litter picking.


• Help to load and unload deliveries and machinery


• Work as part of the Ardleigh team to promote an efficient, safe and well-run depot


• Work within the required H&S legislation

Skills & Qualifications:

• Full and valid driving license – this is essential


• Experience of driving a range of heavy equipment is essential


• Display a calm, efficient and flexible approach


• Self-motivated and able to organise workload and remain focused on the job at hand


• Energetic and proactive approach to work


• Excellent customer service


• Able to assist with loading vehicles and securing loads as required


• This vacancy would suit an active person as it includes climbing in and out of machinery and lifting loads.


• Forklift license an advantage but training could be given

Company Benefits such as: Healthshield Cash Back Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Long Service Awards, Financial Wellbeing Meetings, Company Pension Scheme, paid holiday plus Bank Holidays..

Working Hours: 45 hours per week: 7.30am - 5pm Monday to Friday