Depot & Yard Operator – Stock, Safety & Maintenance

PSS Utilities Ltd; Rochford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity/Paternity pay

Pension

Life cover

Medicare plan

Refer a friend

Employee assistance

Annual leave

Training & progression

Job summary

Adler and Allan is seeking a Yard Operative to assist the Yard Manager in overseeing depots, inspecting and calibrating kit, and supporting operations. You will help keep stock, prepare collection requests, and ensure safety and compliance across site rules and risk assessments.

The role requires plant operator certificates (forklift/telehandler/excavator <5t), good numeracy/literacy, strong planning and teamwork, and a clean UK driving licence. A professional approach and ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential.

Qualifications

• Plant operator certificates required (forklift/telehandler/excavator <5t).
• Good numeracy and literacy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid UK driving licence.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Safe working practices and site rules knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Work safely at all times and ensure the safety of all those around them.
• Comply with company policies, procedures and risk assessments.
• Support the SHEQ Manager with compliance matters.
• Ensure visitors sign in and understand site rules and risks.
• Complete and maintain records of inspections and maintenance.
• Support Yard Manager and depot operations.
• Maintain suitable stock and equipment levels at all times.
• Prepare requests in a timely manner for collection.
• Represent the company in a professional manner at all times.
• Keep depots, yards and parking areas clean and minimize waste.
• Restrict access to unauthorised areas and equipment.

Skills

Forklift cert

Telehandler cert

Excavator <5t cert

Numeracy

Literacy

Teamwork

Job description

Adler and Allan is seeking a Yard Operative to assist the Yard Manager in overseeing depots, inspecting and calibrating kit, and supporting operations. You will help keep stock, prepare collection requests, and ensure safety and compliance across site rules and risk assessments.

The role requires plant operator certificates (forklift/telehandler/excavator <5t), good numeracy/literacy, strong planning and teamwork, and a clean UK driving licence. A professional approach and ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential.