Yard Operative (Counterbalance Licence required)

Industrious Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Yard Operative to join a friendly, dynamic, and fast-paced warehouse team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in maintaining a safe and organised working environment, and is looking for a long-term role within a supportive business.

🕖 Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 4:00pm

This is a varied and physical position, where no two days are the same. Approximately 20–30% of the role will involve operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck, with the remainder focused on general yard and warehouse duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck to move materials safely around the site.
• Using the baler to process cardboard and recyclable waste.
• Breaking down and stacking pallets for disposal or reuse.
• General housekeeping to ensure the warehouse and yard remain clean, tidy, and safe.
• Assisting with unloading containers and moving stock as required.
• Supporting the warehouse team with a variety of manual handling and operational tasks.
• Following all health and safety procedures at all times.

What We're Looking For

• A valid, in-date Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence.
• Previous warehouse or yard experience.
• Comfortable carrying out manual handling and physically demanding duties.
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A positive attitude and willingness to support wherever needed.

What's on Offer?

• £13.01 per hour.
• Monday to Friday working hours – no weekends.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• A varied role within a busy and well-established warehouse operation.
• Opportunity to secure a long-term position with a growing business.

If you're looking for a hands-on role where you can make a real contribution to a busy warehouse operation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV or contact Industrious Recruitment for more information.