Forklift/Yard Operative

QS Recruitment; Derby; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is seeking a hands-on yard operative in Derby to maintain an organized site. Responsibilities include using a counterbalance forklift for loading, unloading, and moving materials, along with keeping the yard tidy. Candidates must have a valid forklift licence and experience in a similar setting. This is a full-time role with a pay rate of £13 per hour, offering ongoing temp to perm work.

Qualifications

• Valid counterbalance forklift licence.
• Previous experience in a yard, warehouse, or similar environment.
• Comfortable with regular manual handling and outdoor work.
• Reliable and punctual with good attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Keep the yard tidy and organized.
• Lift and move materials as needed.
• Operate a counterbalance forklift to manage deliveries.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Counterbalance forklift

Job description

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

We’re looking for a hands-on yard operative to help keep our site organised and running smoothly. You’ll handle a mix of tasks: keeping the yard tidy, lifting and moving materials, and operating a counterbalance forklift to load, unload and store deliveries in the correct locations.

This role suits someone who’s practical, reliable, and confident behind the wheel of a forklift. If you like staying active and taking pride in a well-kept yard, we’d love to hear from you.

Duration: Ongoing work on a temp to perm basis.

Contract Type: Permanent

Hourly Rate: This position pays £13 per hour

Working Hours: This role is Monday to Friday starting at 8am and finishing at 4:30pm.

Closing Date: 20251007

Experience & Qualifications

Requirements

Valid counterbalance forklift licence

Previous experience in a yard, warehouse, or similar environment

Comfortable with regular manual handling and outdoor work

Good attention to detail for safe loading, unloading, and storage

Reliable, punctual, and able to work well as part of a team