Yard Operative / Driver

Russell Taylor Group; Hassocks; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Taylor Group in Hassocks is seeking a reliable Yard Person / Delivery Driver to join our established team. The role combines yard duties, manual work and driving, with responsibility for supporting machinery and parts deliveries and maintaining the depot.

You will safely load and unload equipment, drive 3.5T flatbed vans, assist with stock movements and basic maintenance checks, and help ensure high health and safety standards on site. A flexible, team‑oriented approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience in delivery, driving or yard-based roles.
• Ability to safely load, unload and secure machinery for transportation.
• Ability to operate with attention to health and safety on site.
• Flexible to occasional early starts or late finishes.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, unload and secure machinery for transportation.
• Drive vehicles including 3.5T flatbed vans to collect and deliver machinery, parts and goods.
• Carry out general grounds maintenance and basic vehicle checks.
• Support stores with stock movements and organisation.
• Complete delivery paperwork and maintain records.
• Assist customers with purchases and machinery repairs.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety at all times.
• Carry out general yard maintenance including painting and sweeping.
• Work independently while supporting the wider team.

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and practical Yard Person / Delivery Driver to join an established team. This is a varied, hands‑on role combining yard duties, manual work and driving, with responsibility for supporting machinery and parts deliveries and maintaining the depot.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely load, unload and secure machinery for transportation.
• Drive vehicles including 3.5T flatbed vans to collect and deliver machinery, parts and goods.
• Carry out general grounds maintenance, including mowing, strimming and leaf blowing.
• Complete vehicle inspections and basic maintenance checks.
• Support the stores team with stock movements and organisation.
• Complete delivery paperwork and maintain accurate records.
• Carry out basic assembly tasks, such as building wheelbarrows.
• Assist customers with purchases and horticultural machinery repairs.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety at all times.
• Carry out general yard maintenance including painting, drain clearance and sweeping.
• Work independently while supporting the wider team as required.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence.
• Previous delivery, driving or yard‑based experience.
• Trailer towing experience; relevant licence entitlement preferred.
• Good understanding of safe loading, unloading and securing practices.
• Physically fit and comfortable carrying out manual work outdoors.
• Good communication and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to accommodate occasional early starts or late finishes.
• Experience within horticultural, agricultural or construction sectors is desirable.
• Forklift licence or other relevant qualifications are desirable.
• Good geographical knowledge of East and West Sussex is advantageous.

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