Yard & Forklift Operative – Outdoor Logistics

Dunbia Group; Okehampton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunbia West Devon are actively seeking applications for a hands-on Yard Operative to join a well‑established team within one of Europe’s leading food processing companies. You will keep outdoor spaces clean, safe and well‑maintained, and manage deliveries to the relevant department.

The role suits someone who enjoys outdoor work and a dynamic environment. A current forklift license is desired, though training will be provided, and you will work 6am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, at an hourly rate of

Qualifications

• Reliable with a strong work ethic and ability to work outdoors in all weather.
• Must follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Willingness to work on own initiative while supporting the team.
• Current forklift license is desirable, training provided if not held.

Responsibilities

• Keep the yard tidy and manage deliveries to the correct department.
• Support other team members within the department.
• Maintain health, safety and hygiene standards in the yard.
• Operate forklift to empty bins into skips and load/unload lorries.
• Supply production with clean bins, trays and pallets.
• Remove bins and pallets from incoming lorries and store them.
• Wash plastics pallets and assist with cold store when needed.
• Ensure crate store is full for production the next day.
• Maintain external doors closed when not in use.
• Take pride in a clean, safe and well‑maintained yard.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Outdoor work

Health and Safety

Good communication

Initiative

Team player

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Dunbia West Devon are actively seeking applications for a hands-on Yard Operative to join a well‑established team within one of Europe’s leading food processing companies. You will keep outdoor spaces clean, safe and well‑maintained, and manage deliveries to the relevant department.

The role suits someone who enjoys outdoor work and a dynamic environment. A current forklift license is desired, though training will be provided, and you will work 6am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, at an hourly rate of