Yard Operative – Afternoon Shift

Qs Recruitment; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Permanent contract

£16.56 per hour

Overtime £24.84 per hour

Mon-Fri shifts

Career progression

Job summary

Timber Production Operative – Immediate Start in Leicestershire is a hands-on role recruiting for a permanent position. You will handle timber, operate tools, and support production in all weather, with regular overtime opportunities.

You must be physically fit, able to work outdoors, and commit to consistent Monday–Friday shifts. The role offers competitive hourly pay and opportunities to develop skills within a busy timber environment.

Responsibilities

• Handling, moving and processing timber and other materials.
• Assisting with assembly and manufacture of timber products.
• Operating hand tools and power tools safely.
• Supporting day-to-day running of production operations.
• Checking finished products to ensure quality standards.
• Keeping work areas clean, tidy and safe.
• Following health and safety procedures.
• Working with colleagues to meet production targets.
• Carrying out manual handling and other physically demanding duties.
• Working additional hours when required to support business demands.

Job description

Timber Production Operative – Immediate Start | LE9, Leicestershire

Are you a practical, hardworking individual looking for a new opportunity with excellent earning potential? Do you have experience in timber, labouring, construction, or a hands‑on production environment?

We’re recruiting for a Timber Production Operative to join a busy team based in the LE9 area of Leicestershire. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a permanent position with consistent working hours, regular overtime opportunities, and the potential to develop your skills and progress within the business.

We’re looking for someone who isn’t afraid of hard work, has a positive attitude, and takes pride in what they do. You’ll need to be physically fit, comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, and willing to go the extra mile when overtime is required.

What does the role involve?

• Handling, moving, and processing timber and other materials.
• Assisting with the assembly and manufacture of timber products.
• Operating hand tools and power tools safely.
• Supporting the day‑to‑day running of production operations.
• Checking finished products to ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Keeping work areas clean, tidy, and safe.
• Following all relevant health and safety procedures.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to meet production targets.
• Carrying out manual handling and other physically demanding duties.
• Working additional hours when required to support business demands.

This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who enjoys practical work and thrives in a busy environment. You’ll need to be dependable, motivated, and ready to get stuck in, whatever the weather.

What’s on offer?

• Immediate start available.
• Permanent employment opportunity.
• Competitive pay of £16.56 per hour.
• Overtime paid at an enhanced rate of £24.84 per hour.
• Consistent Monday‑to‑Friday shifts.
• Potential for career development and progression.
• The opportunity t