Yard Labourer

Coinford Holdings Ltd; Smallfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension & Salary Sacrifice Scheme

25 Days Annual Leave

Weekly Yoga Sessions

Injured worker insurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Training & Development Opportunities

Regular company social events

Free On‑Site Parking at head office

Job summary

Coinford invites applications for a Construction Plant & Machinery Operator role based in Smallfield. This full‑time position is 45 hours per week, Mon–Fri, 07:00–17:00. You will ensure picking lists guide product selection, oversee loading/unloading, and maintain yard housekeeping to a high standard.

You will work with the transport team and Yard Supervisor to plan the next day’s loads, follow RAMS, and maintain safety while handling loads and equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience with loading and securing loads.
• Ability to follow lift plans and RAMS.
• Commitment to health and safety in the yard.

Responsibilities

• Ensure working in a safe environment and that Company Health & Safety systems are followed.
• Maintain yard housekeeping to the highest standard.
• Ensure equipment is fit for purpose.
• Carry out repair work on non mechanical items as required.
• Control repair costs.
• Report stock issues to Hire Desk at earliest opportunity.
• Ensure vehicle movements are safe using banksman.
• Ensure loads are safe for moving around the yard.
• Stack and store goods per policy; ensure correct banding and stacking.
• Follow current lift plans and RAMS for the yard area.
• Check loads against picking lists to control deliveries and minimise incomplete loads.
• Load efficiently to maximise throughput; aim to fully load in the evening.
• Pre-sling loads using correct methods as per lifting plans.
• Liaise with transport department and Yard Supervisor to prepare next-day loads.
• Report unsafe return loads.
• Carry out unloading efficiently and promptly.
• Complete returns checks accurately; return to stock promptly.
• Segregate equipment by loads, off-hires, damage/repair/scrap.

Skills

Loading & securing

Safe operations

Team communication

Job description

Company Overview:

At Coinford, we are committed to be the contractor of choice for our clients and the employer of choice for our people. We attract and retain talented individuals who deliver win-win solutions across all operations. Our innovative and courageous approach is supported by structured training and development. We prioritise safety, quality, and customer satisfaction, ensuring a positive experience for all. As a successful family‑run business, we take pride in our heritage and the strong values that have been passed down through generations. It's a testament to our success that multiple generations of the same families choose to work with us, affirming that we are on the right path to becoming the employer of choice. Join us and be part of a team that values professionalism, integrity, and excellence.

We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. As a leading company in the construction industry, we recognise the value of investing in our employees' development.

At Coinford, we are committed to be the contractor of choice for our clients and the employer of choice for our people. We attract and retain talented individuals who deliver win-win solutions across all operations. Our innovative and courageous approach is supported by structured training and development. We prioritise safety, quality, and customer satisfaction, ensuring a positive experience for all. As a successful family‑run business, we take pride in our heritage and the strong values that have been passed down through generations. It's a testament to our success that multiple generations of the same families choose to work with us, affirming that we are on the right path to becoming the employer of choice. Join us and be part of a team that values professionalism, integrity, and excellence.

We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. As a leading company in the construction industry, we recognise the value of investing in our employees' development.

Role Overview:

Based in Smallfield (own transport preferred), this is a full‑time role (45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 07:00-17:00). This role is responsible for ensuring picking lists are used so that the correct products are selected, loaded and unloaded in accordance with current procedures. The role also ensures that the correct checking‑in process is followed and that yard housekeeping is maintained to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure working in a safe environment and that Company Health & Safety systems are followed.
• Ensure yard housekeeping is maintained to the highest standard.
• Ensure equipment is fit for purpose.
• Carry out repair work on non mech items as deemed necessary.
• Ensuring that repair costs are controlled.
• Report any stock issues to Hire Desk at earliest opportunity.
• Ensure vehicle movements are safe utilising banksman.
• Ensure Loads are safe for moving around the yard.
• Stacking and storing – ensure banding is suitable and stacking is in line with company policy.
• Follow current lift plans.
• Follow current RAMS for the yard area.
• Ensuring that loads are checked against picking lists to control deliveries and minimise incomplete loads.
• Ensure loading is carried out efficiently and promptly, to fully load in the evening wherever possible.
• Ensure loads are pre-slung properly, utilising the correct methods as dictated by the lifting plans.
• Liaising with transport department and Yard Supervisor, to prepare the following day loads.
• Report unsafe return loads.
• Ensure unloading is carried out efficiently and promptly.
• Complete returns check ins accurately, return to stock promptly.
• Segregation of equipment; Loads, Off hires, Damage / Repair / Scrap.

What We’re Looking For:

• Loading & securing
• Pension & Salary Sacrifice Scheme – Helping you save for the future with tax‑efficient contributions.
• 25 Days Annual Leave – Plus bank holidays, ensuring a healthy work‑life balance.
• Weekly Yoga Sessions – Relax and recharge with company-sponsored yoga every week.
• Injured worker insurance – Providing financial security.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
• Training & Development Opportunities – Invest in your growth with learning and career progression support.
• Regular company social events - To foster connection, collaboration, and a strong sense of community.
• Free On‑Site Parking at head office.

Construction Plant & Machinery Operators