Yard Operative

PlanetRecruitment; Corby; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Long-term career opportunity

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Full-time hours

Job summary

PlanetRecruitment is recruiting a Yard Operative in Corby for a busy vehicle logistics operation. You will check vehicles, manage movements and ensure vehicles are prepared for dispatch within a busy yard environment.

This temp-to-perm role offers full-time hours with on-site training and career progression in the automotive/logistics sector. A hands-on, reliable candidate with strong attention to detail is preferred.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving License is required.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong awareness of health & safety in outdoor environments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Check vehicles against collection and release documentation.
• Verify vehicle details, load numbers and driver identification.
• Direct transporter lorries and recovery vehicles into loading lanes.
• Manage the flow of vehicles through the loading area.
• Ensure correct vehicles are allocated to the correct transporter.
• Carry out visual checks of vehicles before collection.
• Ensure vehicles are positioned safely for loading.
• Check vehicles are spaced and secured before leaving site.
• Communicate with drivers, gatehouse staff and yard teams.
• Report any discrepancies in vehicle, documentation or loading procedures.

Skills

Full UK Driving License

Attention to detail

Health & safety awareness

Teamwork

Outdoor work readiness

Job description

Location: Corby
Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour
Job Type: Temp to Perm
Hours: Full-time

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Yard Operative to join a busy vehicle logistics operation based in Corby.

This is a hands-on role working within a busy vehicle compound. You will be responsible for checking vehicles, managing vehicle movements and ensuring vehicles are correctly prepared and accounted for before being collected and dispatched.

This is a fantastic temp-to-perm opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within the automotive and logistics industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Check vehicles against collection and release documentation.
• Verify vehicle details, load numbers and driver identification.
• Direct transporter lorries and recovery vehicles into the correct loading lanes.
• Manage the flow of vehicles through the loading area.
• Ensure the correct vehicles are allocated to the correct transporter.
• Carry out visual checks of vehicles before collection.
• Ensure vehicles are positioned safely and correctly for loading.
• Check that vehicles are appropriately spaced and secured before leaving site.
• Communicate with drivers, gatehouse staff and yard teams.
• Report any vehicle, documentation or loading discrepancies.
• Help ensure the vehicle dispatch process runs efficiently and safely.
• Follow all site health & safety procedures and company guidelines.

About You

We are looking for someone who is reliable, organised and confident working in a busy outdoor environment.

The successful candidate will have:

• Excellent attention to detail.
• A professional and approachable manner.
• The ability to follow instructions and procedures.
• A strong awareness of health & safety.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A reliable and punctual attitude.
• The flexibility to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Full UK Driving License

Experience

Previous experience in vehicle logistics, transport, warehousing, yard operations, vehicle compounds or a similar environment would be advantageous.

However, full training will be provided, so we are also interested in candidates with the right attitude and work ethic who are looking to develop their experience within the automotive and logistics sector.

What We Offer

• £12.71 per hour
• Temp-to-perm opportunity
• Full-time hours
• Training provided
• Long-term career opportunity
• Opportunity to work within a busy automotive environment