YARD HAND

Mj Quinn Integrated Services Ltd; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK infrastructure services provider is seeking a Yard Hand to efficiently manage the yard area. The successful candidate will ensure the smooth flow of goods and materials while maintaining high health and safety standards. Responsibilities include overseeing vehicle movements, managing equipment storage, and conducting safety inspections. Competitive pay and benefits are offered for this on-site position in Knowsley.

Benefits

Free car parking

Healthcare plan

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a yard or logistics role preferred.
• Ability to follow health and safety regulations.
• Competence in managing materials and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operation and organization of the yard.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the yard area.
• Manage incoming and outgoing materials.

Skills

Health & Safety awareness

Organizational skills

Logistics management

Attention to detail

Job description

ABOUT MJ QUINN

MJ Quinn is a UK-based infrastructure services provider specialising in delivering comprehensive, end-to-end solutions across a range of industries, including telecommunications, utilities, and mechanical and electrical engineering. Guided by a commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability, we offer tailored services encompassing design, installation, maintenance, and project management.

Partnering with leading organisations, we successfully execute complex projects by leveraging advanced technology and the expertise of our skilled workforce. Our customer‑centric approach ensures efficient, reliable service delivery while maintaining our focus on building long‑term, sustainable solutions.

At MJ Quinn, our purpose is to play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing critical infrastructure, connecting and supporting communities and businesses across the UK.

Our Core Values

• People‑Focused: We prioritise the well‑being, growth, and success of our team and partners.


• Safety Always Matters: We are unwavering in our commitment to ensuring a safe environment for all.


• Operational Excellence: We strive for the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.


• Sustaining Our Future: We are dedicated to delivering sustainable solutions that positively impact the environment and society.

Join MJ Quinn, where we combine innovation, expertise, and a values‑driven culture to deliver excellence in every project.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Yard Hand Department plays a vital role in supporting telecoms operations by ensuring that all equipment, tools, and materials are safely stored, maintained, and readily available for field engineers and project teams. This department is the backbone of logistics, keeping the flow of resources efficient and reliable.

JOB OBJECTIVE

As a Yard Hand, you will be responsible for the efficient operation of the yard area, ensuring the smooth flow of goods and materials in and out of the yard.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prioritise the day‑to‑day activities of the yard area, ensuring all relevant Health & Safety regulations are adhered to


• Maintain a clean, neat and tidy yard


• Ensure the safe control of vehicles in and out of the yard area


• Ensure a suitable holding system is implemented to ensure the yard does not become unsafe due to excessive vehicle numbers


• Monitor the waste skips in the yard and ensure prompt exchange of vessels as required


• Monitor the waste being disposed of to ensure no cross contamination takes place


• Implement and maintain general house‑keeping processes to ensure a safe and clean working environment


• Ensure proper handling and storage of all materials


• Oversees site plant equipment and ensure equipment is safe, operational and appropriately secured (locks, chains etc)


• Manage deliveries ensuring vehicles are loaded/unloaded in a safe manner and all appropriate paperwork and documentation


• Assist in conducting monthly safety/yard inspections, documents findings/observations and distribute to the appropriate management personnel


• Manages the logistics of all material (location, flow of goods) to ensure proper storage avoiding congestion in the yard


• Ensure any maintenance issues are recorded & reported to appropriate stakeholders


• Drive health & safety improvements and engagement with staff


• Assists the management with control measures to ensure mistakes, inaccuracies and discrepancies are highlighted, addressed and resolved

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Working Conditions: On‑Site


• Department: Logistics


• Reports to: Logistics Operations Manager


• Hours of Work: Shift pattern between 06:30am and 17:30pm


• Rate of Pay: £23,880


• Work Location: Prescot


• Travel Requirements: On‑Site


• Holiday Entitlements: 6.6 week per annum, inclusive of bank holidays and company shutdowns.


• Benefits: Free car parking, 2 × death in service benefit, healthcare plan, cycle scheme & company contribution pension scheme, enhanced maternity and paternity

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

MJ Quinn is committed to promoting an environment that values diversity. All staff are responsible for ensuring that all employees, customers, suppliers, and visitors are treated equally and fairly and not discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnerships, pregnancy & maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

MJ Quinn welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of their background, disability or gender and is committed to creating a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve.