Flexible Yard & Depot Operative - Hands-On, Varied Role

Volkerrail Group; Morecambe; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

VolkerGround Engineering in Morecambe is seeking a reliable General / Yard Operative to support our depot operations, keep the yard safe and well organised, and ensure plant, equipment and materials are ready to meet project needs.

You will work closely with engineers and depot staff, carry out general yard duties, manage stock, assist with inspections and loading/unloading, and travel to project sites with the company vehicle when required.

Qualifications

• CSCS labourer
• Full UK Driving Licence
• CPCS A17C Telescopic Handler operator card
• CPCS Slinger Signaller card

Responsibilities

• Carry out general yard duties, including loading, unloading, storing and organising materials and equipment.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across the depot, ensuring a safe and tidy working environment.
• Conduct stock and inventory checks on stores containers returned from site.
• Replenish, organise and record stock levels, reporting requirements for re-ordering.
• Assist engineers with six-monthly inspections of lifting equipment.
• Quarantine and dispose of failed equipment as directed, ensuring replacements are arranged.
• Support the preparation and checking of plant and equipment before deployment to site.
• Collect and deliver equipment to project sites using the company vehicle when required.
• Work safely around plant, vehicles and heavy equipment at all times.
• Support the wider depot team with general operational activities as required.

Job description

VolkerGround Engineering in Morecambe is seeking a reliable General / Yard Operative to support our depot operations, keep the yard safe and well organised, and ensure plant, equipment and materials are ready to meet project needs.

You will work closely with engineers and depot staff, carry out general yard duties, manage stock, assist with inspections and loading/unloading, and travel to project sites with the company vehicle when required.