Yard Operative

Arnold Clark Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days’ annual leave

Flexible leave

Generous employee discounts

Private healthcare

Workplace pension

Job summary

Arnold Clark Group at Central Car Auctions in Glasgow is seeking a Yard Operative to manage day‑to‑day movement of sold and unsold vehicles and perform yard duties, including making and fitting number plates and vehicle stock checks. The role requires strong organisation and effective communication in a fast paced environment.

You will engage with customers face to face and work across departments to meet the auction schedule, ensuring all processes run smoothly and efficiently throughout the

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a yard or warehouse is beneficial.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Good communication with customers and colleagues is required.

Responsibilities

• Move sold and unsold vehicles around the site according to the auction schedule.
• Carry out general yard duties including fitting number plates and stock checks.
• Provide face-to-face customer service and keep managers updated on progress.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and contribute to team objectives.
• Coordinate with all departments to meet the auction timetable.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Organised

Attention to detail

Customer facing

Job description

We’re looking to recruit a Yard Operative to work at Central Car Auctions in Glasgow.

We offer our Yard Operatives:

• 33 days’ annual leave
• Flexible leave
• Generous employee discounts
• Private healthcare
• Workplace pension
• …and much more

Hours

Full time: Monday – Friday 51 hours per week between the hours of 7am - 6.30pm

About the role

Our Yard Operative will manage the day-to-day moving of sold and unsold vehicles around the site for the auction schedule along with general yard duties, including making and fitting of number plates, vehicle stock checks and dealing with customers face-to-face.

As a Yard Operative you will work with a diverse team of CCA employees throughout the auction journey. You will engage with all departments on a daily basis. The role would be a great fit for someone who enjoys a varied workload in a fast-paced environment. You will have the ability to communicate at all levels and be extremely well-organised.

Day-to-day duties

• Manage the day-to-day moving of sold and unsold vehicles around the site for the auction schedule
• General yard duties, including making and fitting of number plates, vehicle stock checks and dealing with customers face to face
• Keep managers in the loop by preparing updates and reports that showcase completed objectives
• Stay familiar with the company’s policies and goals and work to make sure that all members of the CCA team adhere to set standards
• Engage with all departments to meet the auction schedule

Essential skills

• Works well with others and is driven to achieve positive results
• Excellent communication skills, both face-to-face and on the telephone
• Good at meeting deadlines
• Well-organised with the ability to work in a methodical manner
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and use common sense
• A high level of accuracy and ability to multi-task during peak periods

Our Culture

Arnold Clark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, unique perspectives and multiple approaches are celebrated. We care about our employees and our communities, we nurture talent and encourage ambition, and we are passionate about people who take pride in their work. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do – diverse in our make-up, united in our goals.

To find out more about Life at Arnold Clark, visit our website.

Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure check.