Delivery Driver & Yard Operative — Outdoor Role with PPE

Smith's (gloucester) Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Smiths is seeking a reliable Delivery Driver & Yard Operative in Cardiff to support our Commercial Waste division. The role combines delivery driving with yard duties, focusing on safe deliveries, collections and maintaining an efficient yard.

You will use tablets/handheld devices, work outdoors in all weathers, and collaborate with a busy team. Full UK driving licence and safety mindset essential; forklift and waste sector experience desirable.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience in delivery driving, yard operative, warehouse, waste management, construction or similar operational role.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements within an operational environment.
• Ability to load, unload and handle equipment and materials safely.
• Basic IT skills, including the use of tablets and handheld devices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Forklift Truck Licence (Desirable).
• Experience within the waste management, recycling or logistics sectors (Desirable).
• First Aid or Health & Safety qualification (Desirable).

Responsibilities

• Safely deliver and collect wheelie bins, equipment and materials across our operating area.
• Complete daily delivery and collection schedules efficiently and professionally.
• Accurately record deliveries and collections using handheld devices and tablets.
• Ensure all loads are transported safely and securely in line with company procedures.
• Support the day-to-day running of a busy operational yard.
• Assist with wheelie bin cleaning, repairs and maintenance.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness and organisation throughout the yard.
• Support operational activities to ensure customer requirements are met efficiently and safely.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and inspections.
• Complete vehicle defect reporting and inspection records accurately.
• Operate vehicles safely and in accordance with company procedures and transport legislation.
• Ensure vehicles remain roadworthy and compliant at all times.

Skills

Delivery driving

Yard operative

Health & Safety awareness

Basic IT skills

Teamwork

Tools

Tablets

Handheld devices

Job description

Smiths is seeking a reliable Delivery Driver & Yard Operative in Cardiff to support our Commercial Waste division. The role combines delivery driving with yard duties, focusing on safe deliveries, collections and maintaining an efficient yard.

You will use tablets/handheld devices, work outdoors in all weathers, and collaborate with a busy team. Full UK driving licence and safety mindset essential; forklift and waste sector experience desirable.