Yard Person

Yard Operative – Job Specification

Location: Moreton in Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56 

Yard Operative Overview

We are recruiting for a Yard Operative for a leading manufacturer of diesel fuel storage tanks and fuel management systems based in Moreton in Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56.

Working Hours: 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday, Rate of Pay: 14 per hour (£29,120 per year), plus overtime

Working Outdoor and indoor yard-based environment, some lifting and manual handling required, Use of PPE: gloves, boots, high-vis, hard hat, eye/ear protection, Occasional overtime during busy periods

Yard Operative Role Purpose

To support the safe and efficient handling, preparation, maintenance, and movement of fuel tank waste and associated equipment within the yard.

The Yard Operative will ensure all waste tanks, tools, and materials are correctly processed, cleaned, stored, loaded, and maintained in line with company procedures and safety regulations.

Yard Operative  Key Responsibilities

Yard Operations

• Assist with the loading and unloading of fuel waste, equipment, and materials using forklifts
• Support the stripping, cleaning, and preparation of hire fuel tanks prior to delivery to new sites or cleaning of returned tanks
• Carry out minor maintenance, grinding, sanding, and painting tasks on tanks
• Assist with maintenance/upgrade projects
• Maintain yard organisation, ensuring a clean, tidy, and safe working environment

Equipment & Tools

• Carry out routine checks on yard tools and equipment
• Report damaged or faulty equipment immediately to the Environmental Manager

Logistics & Stock

• Support stock control of fittings, hoses, pipework, valves, and consumables (used by the Confined space crew)
• Assist drivers with vehicle loading, securing loads, and paperwork

Yard Operative  Skills & Experience Required

Essential

• Practical, hands-on background in a yard environment
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and cleaning equipment
• Good understanding of safe manual handling
• Physically fit and able to handle moderate/heavy equipment
• Good attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn

Desirable

• Forklift licence (Counterbalance or Telehandler)
• Experience using grinders, sanders, pressure washers, or gantries
• Basic mechanical knowledge

Qualifications

Required

• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to undertake training (e.g., forklift, jetting, confined space in time)

Benefits

• Rate of Pay: £14 per hour (£29,120 per year), plus overtime
• Working Hours: 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday
• Overtime: Paid after 40 hours per week
• Training and development (FLT, CSCS, confined space, etc.)
• Growth opportunities
• Company pension
• 25 days holiday including bank holidays
• Career progression into wider waste and environmental duties
  
  How to Apply

To apply, email your CV to lee evans at inceptionpro

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