Yard Operative - Day Shift

AM FRESH Group; Little Stukeley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FRESHSavings

FRESHHealth

FRESHLiving

FRESHSupport

Job summary

AMFRESH Group at Alconbury Weald (PE28 4WY) is hiring a Yard Operative on a permanent weekly-paid basis. The role runs on a 4 on, 4 off shift from 07:00 to 19:00 with an hourly rate of £13.90, paid weekly.

You will operate a counterbalance forklift to move goods in the yard and assist with deliveries. Working outside in all weather, you will load/unload vehicles, secure pallets, and maintain yard cleanliness while following health and safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience using a counterbalance (in-house training will be provided).
• High attention to detail, with strong organisational skills.
• Determined and motivated to get tasks completed.
• Experience in a yard is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance to move goods throughout the yard.
• Work outside in all weather conditions.
• Load and unload vehicles in the yard.
• Support the warehouse team with deliveries.
• Handle and secure pallets safely.
• Maintain high standards of yard cleanliness.
• Sort and dispose of waste correctly and safely.
• Follow all health and safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Motivation

Yard experience desirable

Tools

Forklift truck

Job description

About The Role

We are recruiting for a Yard Operative at our Alconbury Weald site (PE28 4WY). This is a permanent, weekly-paid position, providing consistent work, reliable hours, and long-term growth opportunities within a thriving business.

• Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4off - 07:00 to 19:00
• Hourly Rate: £13.90 (paid weekly).

As an AMFRESH Yard Operative, you will:

• Operate a counterbalance to move goods throughout the yard.
• Work outside in all weather conditions.
• Load and unload vehicles in the yard.
• Support the warehouse team with deliveries.
• Handle and secure pallets safely.
• Maintain high standards of yard cleanliness.
• Sort and dispose of waste correctly and safely.
• Follow all health and safety policies and procedures.

About You

To be a successful Yard Operative, the qualities we are looking for are:

• Experience using a counterbalance (in-house training will be provided).
• High attention to detail, with strong organisational skills.
• Determined and motivated to get tasks completed.
• Experience in a yard is desirable but not essential.

At AMFRESH, we offer a range of benefits to support you at work and at home:

• FRESHSavings – Save money on food, drink, shopping and more.
• FRESHHealth – 24/7 GP access for you and your family and cashback on health and wellbeing appointments.
• FRESHLiving – Access gym discounts and holidays or travel savings.
• FRESHSupport – Access confidential wellbeing support and help from our on-site Occupational Health team.

FRESHPerks is designed to support your health, wellbeing and everyday life.

Life at AMFRESH is not just about the job you do, it's about your experience every time you come to work. We recognise and award our colleagues who display our values and make positive contributions. You will have access to a range of learning and development opportunities, to support your personal and professional growth.

About Us

Opening in 2023 after the success of our Peterborough site, Alconbury Weald is already at the heart of the UK’s fresh produce supply chain. Every day, we sort, process, pack and deliver fresh, healthy produce to the UK’s leading supermarkets, so there’s a good chance the citrus, grapes and melons you buy have passed through our site.

AMFRESH is growing fast, and so are the opportunities. With over 800 colleagues from more than 50 countries, we’re powered by diverse talent and bold ambition. We put people first, investing in training, progression and long-term careers, and helping everyone reach their full potential.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

We value diversity and believe that a wide range of perspectives strengthens our culture, drives innovation, and helps us better serve our customers.

We are dedicated to making our recruitment process accessible for everyone.

If you require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know, we’re happy to discuss how we can help.