Yard Operative

Copart Uk; Corby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle logistics company is looking for Yard Operatives at their Corby Operation Centre. In this role, you will ensure vehicles are stored and maintained to company standards, provide excellent customer service, and work outside in all weather conditions. The position includes 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, a healthcare cash plan, and a contributory pension scheme. Ideal candidates are those with a full driving licence and experience in using plant machinery. Join a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone is welcome.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Healthcare Cash Plan

Paid volunteer day for charity

Contributory pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounts on everyday purchases

Life insurance coverage

Access to fitness videos and gym discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating plant machinery and forklifts.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work outside in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Respond to customer requests promptly and complete service orders.
• Ensure vehicles are stored and maintained to standards.
• Operate a handheld device to take images of vehicles.

Skills

Full driving licence

Proven experience in using plant, forklift loaders/shovels

Excellent customer service

Great communication skills, both written and verbal

Strong attention to detail

Confident in the use of handheld devices

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Willingness to work outside in all weather conditions

Job description

We're currently recruiting Yard Operatives to work as part of our team at our Corby Operation Centre, NN17 3AS.

You'll be working from Monday to Friday, with no bank holiday working, so you'll benefit from a great work-life balance and have more time to yourself.

Our Yard Operatives are a dedicated team that are crucial to our operation, who love working outside in all weathers and have a passion for vehicles and working with cars.

Our team consistently and promptly respond to customer requests and complete service orders to deadlines. They ensure that vehicles are stored and maintained in line with customer and company standards and operate a handheld device to take images of vehicles.

What skills do you need to have?

• Full driving licence
• Proven experience in using plant, forklift loaders/shovels
• Excellent customer service
• Great communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong attention to detail
• Confident in the use of handheld devices, with experience in the use of basic IT applications
• Be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Happy to work outside, in all weather conditions

What we offer you in return:

• Time For You: Relax with 23 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and an extra day for a personal special occasion.
• Give Back: Receive a paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice.
• Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan, allowing you to claim cash back on a range of healthcare products and services including dental, optical, chiropody, and specialist consultations, tests, and scans and Virtual GP access.
• Appreciating You & Others: Celebrate special moments with access to our Recognition Hub and E-card collection.
• Your Future: Join our contributory workplace pension scheme for financial security.
• Investment: Purchase shares in our global company at a discounted rate.
• Fitness & Health: Save money while commuting with our Cycle to Work Scheme and access fitness videos and gym discounts.
• Life Assurance: Enjoy peace of mind with our life insurance coverage.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our deals hub for savings on everyday purchases and family activities.
• Goal Support: Use tools like Mortgage Advice, Life Coaching, and our Money Hub to achieve your goals.

This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references.

Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications.