Depot Operative

Day Group; Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Career Development

Gym-Flex Membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

On-site Parking

'Death in Service' Benefit

Job summary

Day Group Ltd in Beaconsfield is seeking a Depot Operative to help run our Beaconsfield production site. You will handle materials, operate machinery, and work as part of a safety-driven team to keep operations efficient.

The role is 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday 07:00–17:00, with 25 days holiday and pension. Training for forklift or telescopic handlers can be provided. We value practical, reliable team players who take pride in safe, clean, and productive sites.

Qualifications

• We require a hands-on, safety-first mindset with a practical approach.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced depot and follow production schedules.
• Good team player with clear communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the bagging plant in line with production schedules and safety standards
• Safely move and manage large quantities of aggregates within bays using heavy machinery
• Provide support to Depot Operatives to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly site and contribute to housekeeping

Skills

Teamwork

Hands-on

Safety-conscious

Communication

Tools

Forklift Truck

Job description

Depot Operative

Beaconsfield

About the Role

As a Depot Operative at Day Group Ltd, you will be a key part of a fast-paced, safety-driven team, responsible for the smooth and efficient running of our Beaconsfield production site. Working within a close-knit group, you will ensure materials are handled, processed, and moved safely and effectively, contributing to the delivery of high-quality service across the business.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in hands-on work, values teamwork, and understands the importance of keeping the site safe, clean, and productive.

Package

Annual salary plus the 9% non-contributory pension with Scottish Widows. You may be entitled to the discretionary Annual and Christmas bonuses. Annual leave of 25 days per year, plus 8 Bank Holidays.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the bagging plant in line with production schedules and safety standards
• Safely move and manage large quantities of aggregates within bays and across the depot using heavy machinery
• Provide support to other Depot Operatives as needed to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
• Maintain a clean and orderly site, taking shared responsibility for health, safety, and housekeeping

Person Specification

• Positive, can-do attitude with a strong work ethic and willingness to get stuck in
• Ability to communicate clearly and work as part of a team in a busy environment
• A flexible and responsible approach to work, with a keen eye for safety and detail
• Experience of driving Telescopic Handlers or Forklift Trucks is advantageous (training can be provided for the right candidate)

Working hours/times

45 hours per week, Monday to Friday 0700 – 1700, including 1 hour unpaid break.

Why Work For Us?

At Day, we take pride in being one of the South’s leading suppliers of aggregates, and as demand for our product continues to grow, so does our workforce. Our people are the driving force behind everything that we do, and we recognise the impact that each person has on our continued success. When you join us, you will be part of a company that truly values what you do. Does this sound like a business that you want to be a part of? Apply now and build your future with Day.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Career Development

Gym-Flex Membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

On-site Parking

'Death in Service' Benefit

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Day Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.