Yard Operative

Alecto Recruitment; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Yard Operative / Forklift Operator / Workshop Assistant in Stratford-upon-Avon. The position offers competitive pay (£13/hr for the first 39 hours, £19.50/hr thereafter), paid 9.5-hour days, and opportunities for career progression. Responsibilities include operating forklifts, handling plant machinery, and maintaining a clean work environment. Reliability and a strong focus on health & safety are essential.

Benefits

Competitive pay with overtime

Paid 9.5-hour days

Career progression

Friendly team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in yard work, plant handling, forklift operation, or workshop assistance preferred but not essential.
• Reliable, hands-on, and flexible team player.
• Strong attention to health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, telehandlers, and other machinery safely.
• Load/unload vehicles, check delivery notes, and photograph equipment.
• Assist in the workshop with paint and prep duties.
• Maintain a tidy, organised yard and workspaces.

Skills

Forklift operation

Plant handling

Yard maintenance

Attention to health & safety

Job description

Yard Operative / Forklift Operator / Workshop Assistant - Stratford upon Avon

Pay: £13/hr for the first 39 hours, £19.50/hr thereafter

Hours: Monday‑Friday, 8:00am‑6:00pm (paid 9.5hrs/day)

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, telehandlers, and other machinery safely
• Load/unload vehicles, check delivery notes, and photograph equipment
• Wash, clean, and prep plant machinery and equipment
• Assist in the workshop with paint and prep duties
• Maintain a tidy, organised yard and workspaces

Requirements

• Experience in yard work, plant handling, forklift operation, or workshop assistance preferred but not essential
• Reliable, hands‑on, and flexible team player
• Strong attention to health & safety

Why Join?

• Competitive pay with overtime (£19.50/hr)
• Paid 9.5‑hour days, Monday to Friday
• Career progression and on‑the‑job training
• Friendly, supportive team environment

If you would like to know more about this position, please forward your CV to the recruiter. If you would like to discuss this position, please call the recruiter and ask to speak to Chloe.

Please note Alecto Recruitment are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.