Yard Operative

SRL Traffic Systems; Cumbernauld; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Yard Operative in Cumbernauld, where your role is vital for maintaining safety and efficiency in operations. You will oversee the yard's safe operation, ensuring equipment availability and cleanliness while adhering to health and safety protocols. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future in traffic systems. With a strong emphasis on professional development and a supportive work environment, you will thrive in a culture that values safety and teamwork. If you are driven, resourceful, and passionate about making a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company Vehicle & Fuel Card

Laptop / Mobile phone

PPE Provided

Company pension

Free Confidential Health, Wellbeing and Legal Support

20 days leave, rising to 25 plus bank holidays

Access to People Safe app and Wisdom app

Training & Personal Development

Flexible working

Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Mathematics required.
• City and Guilds or equivalent in highways installations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and housekeeping standards in the yard.
• Support clients and colleagues while maintaining professional relationships.
• Manage depot equipment and stock levels efficiently.

Skills

Effective influencing onsite work activities

Teamwork and independent work

IT Literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Full driving license (no more than 6 points)

Problem-solving skills

Customer experience delivery

Safety prioritization

Basic electrical safety / Battery charging knowledge

Experience in Highways environment

Basic knowledge of traffic light equipment

CSCS card holder

Ability to do pickups up to 3.5 Ton

Education

GCSEs in English and Mathematics

City and Guilds qualification in highways installations

Sector 8 Accreditation and Health and Safety qualifications

Job description

Yard Operative, Cumbernauld, Competitive Salary

Overview

SRL Traffic Systems, a leader in intelligent transport systems, is dedicated to enhancing road safety and efficiency. Our commitment to excellence, sustainability, and customer satisfaction sets us apart in the traffic systems industry. Our mission is to provide advanced, sustainable traffic solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers and contribute to safer, more efficient roadways.

About the Role

The Primary role of a Yard Operative is to take ownership of the safe operation of our yard, the housekeeping of our workshops, and the availability of our equipment. To meet objectives and targets set by the Depot Manager.

A mobile phone and PPE will be provided. Hours of work per week will be 42.5. Very little overtime expected. Shift pattern: 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure that all works conducted within our depots are undertaken with full regard for the safety of yourself, your colleagues, and our clients, whilst ensuring all areas are always maintained to the highest standards of housekeeping.
• Ensure that all works conducted within our depots are undertaken with full regard for the environment, with the aim of preventing or minimising any pollution incidents.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures, whilst being alert and able to identify potential hazards to ensure these risks are either removed or minimized to an acceptable level of risk.
• Support a “Don’t walk by” culture by reporting near misses, with an aim of preventing these instances from developing into a potential accident.
• Read, sign, and comply with all company toolbox talks, risk assessments, method statements, and COSHH assessments.
• Conduct yourself in a courteous and professional manner while attending client’s sites.
• Support clients and your colleagues in achieving their requirements while clients are visiting our depots.
• Build and maintain professional working relationships with your colleagues in all departments.
• Manage the security of the depot COSH cabinet and the products within it.
• Manage the depot batteries stock levels to ensure all forecasted work is achieved.
• Embed and monitor the use of our company’s red and green tagging process to ensure the serviceability status of all equipment within the depot is clear to all.
• Ensure we fully utilize our depot equipment by completing minor red tag repairs and cleanliness checks.
• Complete and manage the off-hire process within the yard/workshop, notifying the depot supervisor/manager of any damages as soon as you see them.
• Ensure all lights have a Check control form (CCF) and sign your system check-off forms.
• Ensure all SRL products leaving the yard/workshop look their best.
• Complete daily quick count reports to ensure clear understanding of our national stock levels.
• Complete the monthly depot stock count to maintain accurate financial stock reports.
• Keep the yard area clean and tidy, ensuring no vegetation grows within our boundaries.
• Manage depot spares and notify the depot supervisor/manager when minimum stock levels are reached.
• Record a serviceability video of the pretested equipment prior to deploying it onsite.
• Represent the company’s best interests by presenting yourself in a smart and professional manner.
• Support our training team in your development to ensure you can undertake the duties expected of you safely and professionally.
• Perform other appropriate duties as assigned by the line manager.

Key Skills

• The ability to effectively influence onsite work activities.
• The ability to work alone and as part of a team.
• IT Literacy – especially Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Full driving license – No more than 6 points (Mandatory).
• Resourceful and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to deliver an excellent customer experience both internally and externally.
• A person who prioritizes the safety of themselves and others.
• Basic electrical safety / Battery charging knowledge.
• Experience working within a Highways environment.
• Basic knowledge of traffic light equipment.
• CSCS card holder.
• Able to do pickups up to 3.5 Ton in size.

Qualifications:

• GCSEs in English and Mathematics.
• City and Guilds qualification or equivalent in highways installations.
• Sector 8 Accreditation, Health and Safety qualifications, including NRSWA, G39, and ECS.

What’s in it for You

• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card (if applicable to your role)
• Laptop / Mobile phone (if applicable to your role)
• Additional Earning Potential with Overtime and On Call (if applicable to your role)
• PPE Provided (if applicable to your role)
• Company pension
• Free Confidential Health, Wellbeing and Legal Support
• 20 days leave (during probation), rising to 25 plus bank holidays
• Access to People Safe app and Wisdom app
• Training & Personal Development
• Flexible working (if applicable to your role)
• Earn up to £600 for referring candidates from our Refer a Friend scheme (terms and conditions apply)

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we value as an organization. SRL Traffic Systems is an equal opportunities employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect. If you require any adjustments, we are happy to discuss that with you. Please contact our HR team in confidence.

What you will need and what you need to know

• A valid driving license- no more than 6 points (if applicable to your role)
• Able to use technology (laptop / tablet / mobile phone)
• Happy to travel on a regional / national basis as required (if applicable to your role)
• Our organization is committed to carrying out Alcohol and Drug testing to all Employees as per our Zero tolerance policy.

How to Apply

Please complete our application process for consideration. Our recruitment team will be in touch should you meet the requirements for the role you have applied to.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Public Safety