Trainee Yard Operative

Traffic Safety And Management Ltd; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 12,398 - 16,531; Full time

Job summary

Traffic Safety And Management Ltd in Nottingham is seeking a Trainee Yard Operative to join our Nottingham Depot team. You will work under the supervision of our two Yard Managers and help with loading, unloading, and maintaining safe, tidy yard operations.

Ideal candidates are practical, physically capable, with basic numeracy and IT skills, good communication, reliability and teamwork. Training will cover health and safety, traffic management, and company procedures, with weekday daytime

Qualifications

• Physical fitness to perform manual handling safely.
• Clear verbal and written communication with management, colleagues and customers.
• Self-motivated, proactive and able to work independently while following instructions.
• Basic numeracy and familiarity with IT or mobile apps for equipment booking and tracking.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and other staff.

Responsibilities

• Material handling: Load and unload equipment, containers and building materials.
• Site maintenance: Keep yard areas clean and organised.
• Traffic and safety management: Banksman style duties and adherence to safety policies.
• Administrative tasks: Record equipment usage and complete relevant paperwork.
• Customer service: Support delivery operations and assist customers on site.

Skills

Physical fitness

Communication

Initiative & reliability

Numerical & IT skills

Teamwork

Job description

Location: Long Eaton, Nottingham

Wage: £NWM

Hours: 11am- 7pm

Days: Weekdays only

We are looking for a Trainee Yard Operative to join our new Nottingham Depot team. The applicant will work under the supervision of our 2 current trained Yard Managers. And be responsible for maintaining yard operations, handling materials, and ensuring a safe and organised work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Material Handling: Load and unload equipment, containers, and building materials safely. Physical work, with lifting and carrying for large parts of the shift.


• Site Maintenance: Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the yard areas, including general housekeeping.


• Traffic and Safety Management: Perform Banksman style duties, and ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental policies.


• Administrative Tasks: Record equipment usage, complete relevant paperwork, and communicate effectively with management and colleagues.


• Customer Service: Support delivery operations and provide assistance to customers when necessary, maintaining high service standards.

Required Skills And Attributes

• Physical Fitness: Ability to perform manual handling safely.


• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication with management, colleagues, and customers.


• Initiative and Reliability: Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently while following instructions.


• Numerical and IT Skills: Basic numeracy and familiarity with IT or mobile apps for equipment booking and tracking. Must be IT literate.


• Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and other staff.

Qualifications And Experience

• Licenses: A full UK Driving Licence is advantageous but not always essential. A Fork-lift Licence is also desirable but not essential.


• Experience: Prior experience in yard operations, building materials, or machinery handling is beneficial but not always required.


• A basic knowledge of Traffic Management would be advantageous but full training will be given.


• Environment: Outdoor and indoor yard settings requiring adherence to safety protocols


• Training: On-the-job training is usually provided, including health and safety, and company procedures.

Summary

A Yard Operative plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth yard operations, safe handling of materials, and maintaining high standards of organisation and customer service. The role requires a combination of physical capability, attention to safety, and effective communication, making it essential for the efficient functioning of a Traffic management Yard/Depot.