Yard Operative - senior level

Newstaff Employment Services are recruiting for a SENIOR YARD OPERATIVE WITH FULL DRIVING LICENCE ANF FORK LIFT LICENCE. immediate start. St Albans AL1

Job description
Job Title: Senior Yard Worker
Location: St Albans

Working Hours:
• Tuesday to Friday: 6:00am – 4:00pm
• Saturday: 8:00am – 12:00pm

Salary: £33,000 to £36,000 dependant on experience

We are currently seeking a reliable and experienced Senior Yard Operative to join our busy team. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced outdoor environment and takes pride in running an efficient and well-organised yard.
Key Responsibilities:
• Unlocking and opening the site each morning
• Operating a forklift safely and competently
• Coordinating and running day-to-day yard operations
• Ensuring lorries are loaded correctly and dispatched on time
• Assisting with customer collections in a professional and friendly manner
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised yard at all times
• Supporting stock control and inventory accuracy
Essential Requirements:
• Minimum 3 years of forklift driving experience (valid licence required)
• At least 1 year of experience in a yard supervisory or lead role
• Comfortable with manual handling of heavy landscaping materials, including turf rolls and paving slabs
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
What We Offer:
• A stable and supportive working environment
• Opportunity for progression and skill development
• Regular working hours with early finishes on Saturdays
If you are a proactive individual with a strong work ethic and the right experience, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £33,000.00-£36,000.00 per year

Benefits:
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:
• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekend availability
Experience:
• Supervising: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
• Forklift Licence (required)
• DVLA Driving Licence (required)

Please send cv to immediate start.