Timber Yard Loader – Safe Loads, Training & Benefits

Ridgeons Forest Products; Herringswell; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days’ holiday + bank holidays (31)

Company bonus scheme

Contributory pension and life cover

Staff discounts across group brands

Training and development programmes

Apprenticeship opportunities

Job summary

The Timber Group in Herringswell is seeking a Loader to join our busy timber yard. You will load and unload timber products onto delivery vehicles, ensuring loads are secure and accurately noted. This role involves working outdoors in all weather and coordinating with drivers and yard colleagues to keep deliveries running smoothly.

We value safety, good communication, and a proactive approach. A valid side loader licence and a strong understanding of safe lifting are essential; experience in a

Qualifications

• Valid side loader licence required.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather.
• Organised, good communication and able to work independently.
• Experience in timber yard or manual handling role is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Safely load timber onto delivery vehicles and secure loads.
• Use manual handling techniques and equipment as needed.
• Keep loading area tidy and organised.
• Coordinate with drivers and yard staff to keep operations on track.
• Follow health and safety rules and wear PPE.

Skills

Side loader licence

Safe lifting

Time management

Communication

Paperwork

Job description

The Timber Group in Herringswell is seeking a Loader to join our busy timber yard. You will load and unload timber products onto delivery vehicles, ensuring loads are secure and accurately noted. This role involves working outdoors in all weather and coordinating with drivers and yard colleagues to keep deliveries running smoothly.

We value safety, good communication, and a proactive approach. A valid side loader licence and a strong understanding of safe lifting are essential; experience in a