Yard Operative

Venatu Consulting Ltd; Ampthill; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Training and development provided

Permanent position potential

Stable long-term work

Job summary

Venatu Consulting Ltd is seeking a reliable Yard Operative to join a busy team in Ampthill. You will carry out general yard duties, maintain equipment and support daily operations on a 39-hour week, paid at £13 per hour with potential to go permanent.

The role requires hands-on labouring experience, a valid driving license, and a commitment to safety. You will be expected to work closely with the foreman and the team to keep the yard organised and safe.

Qualifications

• Laboring or Yard Operative experience required.
• Ability to carry out manual handling tasks.
• Good awareness of health and safety practices.
• Reliable and punctual, able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general cleaning duties across the yard.
• Assist with painting and basic maintenance tasks.
• Support servicing of mobile units as required.
• Load and unload cabins safely and efficiently.
• Follow instructions from the foreman to complete daily tasks.
• Maintain a tidy and organised working environment.

Skills

Labouring experience

Manual handling

Health and safety

Team player

Tools

Driving license

Job description

Job title
Yard Operative

Location
Ampthill

Salary or rate
£13 per hour

Contract type
Temp to Perm

Hours or shifts
39 hours per week

About the role

We are currently seeking a reliable and hardworking Yard Operative to join a busy team based in Ampthill. As a Yard Operative, you will be responsible for carrying out a variety of tasks as directed by the foreman, ensuring the yard remains organised, safe, and fully operational. This Yard Operative role is ideal for someone with previous labouring or yard experience who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced environment.

The successful Yard Operative will play a key role in maintaining equipment and supporting daily operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a Yard Operative looking for stable, long-term work with the potential to secure a permanent position.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out general cleaning duties across the yard
• Assist with painting and basic maintenance tasks
• Support servicing of mobile units as required
• Load and unload cabins safely and efficiently
• Follow instructions from the foreman to complete daily tasks
• Maintain a tidy and organised working environment

Skills and experience required

• Previous experience in a labouring or Yard Operative role is essential
• Ability to carry out manual handling tasks
• Good awareness of health and safety practices
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team

Must have Driving License for this role.

What is on offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £13 per hour
• Overtime opportunities available
• Training and development provided
• Stable, long-term work with the opportunity to go permanent

Progression is also available