Yard Operative

The Best Connection; PRESTON BROOK; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The Best Connection is seeking an experienced Yard Marshall/Yard Operative/Banksman for our Preston Brook site. The role centers on safe, efficient movement of vehicles, trailers and stock, with a focus on yard organisation and operational safety.

You will support warehouse and transport teams, supervise drivers and FLT activity, and conduct routine safety checks across continental shift patterns (days and nights).

Qualifications

• Experience as Yard Marshall, Yard Operative or Banksman is advantageous.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Organise day to day yard activities.
• Ensure all yard operations are carried out safely and efficiently.
• Report any defects, damage, or safety concerns to management.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards throughout the yard.
• Manage drivers & FLT drivers operating within yard areas.
• Conduct routine safety checks.
• Complete daily vehicle and trailer checks.
• Support warehouse and transport teams to ensure smooth site operations.
• Direct vehicle movements and coordinate trailer locations across the site.

Skills

Yard operations

Health and safety

Communication

Teamwork

Independent worker

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Job description

Exciting new opportunities available!

Are you an experienced Yard Marshall, Yard Operative, or Banksman looking to take the next step in your career?

Are you organised, physically fit, and able to understand the relationship between warehouse operations and transport movements?

Due to a huge increase in work, and a site expansion, our client who is a leading drinks manufacturer based in Preston Brook is currently recruiting for a number of Yard Marshall's.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced operation and play a key role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, trailers, and stock across the site.

The ideal candidates will be required to;

• Organise day to day yard activities
• Ensuring all yard operations are carried out safely and efficiently
• Reporting any defects, damage, or safety concerns to management
• Maintaining high housekeeping standards throughout the yard
• Managing drivers & FLT drivers operating within yard areas
• Conducting routine safety checks
• Completing daily vehicle and trailer checks
• Supporting warehouse and transport teams to ensure smooth site operations
• Directing vehicle movements and coordinating trailer locations across the site

What we're looking for:

• Previous Yard Marshall, Yard Operative or Banksman experience is advantageous
• Strong awareness of health and safety procedures
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible approach to working hours and operational requirements
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

The working hours are 7am - 7pm & 7pm - 7am, on a continental shift pattern consisting of days & nights