Yard Operative

Personnel Link Employment Group; Ampthill; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plant hire company in Ampthill seeks a hard-working Yard Operative to manage yard duties like loading and unloading materials, and maintaining cleanliness and safety. The role offers a competitive pay of £13.50 per hour with structured training and a supportive environment. Immediate start is available for the right candidate. Ideal applicants should be reliable, team players, and attentive to health and safety in outdoor settings. Submit your CV or call to apply.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Structured training

Respectful work environment

Qualifications

• Reliable and hard-working with hands-on outdoor tasks in varied weather.
• Familiarity with health and safety procedures.
• Experience in a yard or labouring environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general yard duties including loading and unloading.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards of the yard.
• Clean and restock portable toilets as part of daily operations.
• Report maintenance issues promptly.

Job description

Yard Operative – Ampthill – £13.50 per hour – Immediate Start

We are currently recruiting for a yard operative for our client based in Ampthill. A well-established plant hire and portable toilet company rooted in dependable service and pride.

As a Yard Operative, you’ll contribute to keeping their yard efficient, safe, and welcoming - both for their staff and customers.

What You’ll Do

• Carry out general yard duties—loading, unloading, moving materials, and keeping the site safe and organised
• Maintain yard cleanliness and housekeeping standards, ensuring walkways, storage areas, and equipment remain tidy and hazard-free
• Clean and restock portable toilets, accommodation units, and re‑hires as part of daily operations
• Report defects or maintenance issues promptly to the relevant team
• Support smooth yard operations, including equipment preparation and cycle turnaround

Who You Are

To succeed as a Yard Operative, you should be:

• Hard‑working, reliable, and comfortable with outdoor, hands‑on tasks in varied weather
• Able to lift and handle materials safely and efficiently
• Attentive to health and safety procedures, alert to hazards, and attentive to cleanliness
• Experienced in a yard, labouring, or cleaning environment (desirable, not essential—training provided)
• A positive team‑player with good communication skills

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.50 with weekly pay
• Structured training (including safety protocols), with potential to develop further skills on the job
• 45‑hour workweek, Monday to Friday
• Immediate start available
• A supportive, respectful work environment within a community‑focused enterprise

Submit your CV today or call Sarah on 07368 942 643 to apply and find out more.