General Yard Operative

EMR Group; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

EMR Group in Sheffield is seeking a General Yard Operative to help safely load scrap materials, manage stock, and support day-to-day yard operations. You will join an on-site team, carry out loading/unloading tasks, and perform routine checks on equipment in a busy outdoor environment.

The role requires a proactive, hands-on attitude, strong teamwork, and a commitment to safety. Training will be provided for operation of 360 Material handlers as needed, with weekend rotation including Saturday

Qualifications

• Experience operating 360 Material handlers or similar equipment
• Positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
• Good team player who enjoys hands-on work outdoors
• Flexible, able to carry out both 360 Material handler and GYO duties
• Strong awareness of safety and safe working practices

Responsibilities

• Safely operate 360 Material handlers to load ferrous and non-ferrous scrap materials into bulk and rigid vehicles
• Carry out stock rotation, back-stacking, and support stock takes
• Complete General Yard Operative (GYO) duties as required, including loading, unloading, processing, and moving materials around site
• Assist customers and visitors on site, providing good customer service
• Carry out routine checks on plant, equipment, and work areas
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping
• Work safely at all times, following company procedures and health & safety requirements

Skills

Material handling experience

Team player

Safety awareness

Job description

About Our Opportunity

Are you looking for a sustainable career where you can make a real difference? Join us and help build a better, fairer, and greener future.

You will play an important role in our commitment to become a provider of net zero carbon sustainable materials by 2040. This is a great opportunity for the right person to develop skills, gain training, and progress their career in a growing industry.

We will support you with the training and upskilling needed to succeed, including plant and machinery operation.

Saturday morning work will be required on a rotation basis.

What you will be doing

• Safely operate360 Material handlers to load ferrous and non-ferrous scrap materials into bulk and rigid vehicles.
• Carry out stock rotation, back-stacking, and support stock takes.
• Complete General Yard Operative (GYO) duties as required, including loading, unloading, processing, and moving materials around site.
• Assist customers and visitors on site, providing good customer service.
• Carry out routine checks on plant, equipment, and work areas.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping.
• Work safely at all times, following company procedures and health & safety requirements.

About You

For this role you will need:

• Experience operating 360 Material handlers or similar equipment (training can be provided).
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• A good team player who enjoys hands‑on work in an outdoor industrial environment.
• Flexible approach, able to carry out both 360 Material handlerand GYO duties.
• Strong awareness of safety and safe working practices.

If you’re reliable, safety-focused, enjoy practical work, and want a long-term career in a sustainable business, this role could be for you.