Yard Operative / Driver

The Opportunity Hub UK; Thurleigh; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Opportunity Hub UK is seeking a Yard operative / Driver in Thurleigh to carry out basic vehicle movement, handling and storage tasks in line with site requirements. You will operate manual and automatic vehicles, use scanners, perform basic checks, report findings, keep vehicles parked to standards, and contribute to a safe, efficient yard operation under the yard chain of command.

The role requires clear communication, teamwork, and the ability to work under pressure, with a valid driving

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
• Must be comfortable driving manual and automatic vehicles
• Full valid driver’s licence
• Ability to work under pressure
• First Aid and/or Fire Marshall certification looked upon favourably, but this is essential for the role

Responsibilities

• Carrying out basic vehicle movement and handling
• Using HHD scanners to scan, locate and direct all vehicle movements (initial training will be provided)
• Carrying out basic vehicle checks as required and report findings to line manager
• Ensuring all vehicles are parked as per relevant customer standards
• Responsibility for your own safety and of those who work around you
• Maintain a safe driving standard and adhere to site speed limits
• Checking all vehicles for damage before moving and reporting any damage found to line manager
• Carrying out other yard operation duties as requested by the yard chain of command

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Manual & Automatic Driving

License

Pressure handling

First Aid/Fire Marshall

Job description

JOB TITLE - Yard operative / Driver

JOB LOCATION - Thurleigh

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

To carry out basic vehicle movement, handling, and storage operations in accordance with site and customer requirements.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carrying out basic vehicle movement and handling
• Using HHD scanners to scan, locate and direct all vehicle movements (initial training will be provided)
• Carrying out basic vehicle checks as required and report findings to line manager
• Ensuring all vehicles are parked as per relevant customer standards
• Responsibility for your own safety and of those who work around you
• Maintain a safe driving standard and adhere to site speed limits
• Checking all vehicles for damage before moving and reporting any damage found to line manager
• Carrying out other yard operation duties as requested by the yard chain of command

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
• Must be comfortable driving manual and automatic vehicles
• Ability to work under pressure
• Full valid driver’s licence
• 2 years' experience in a similar role (driving)

Those with First Aid and/or Fire Marshall Certification and experience will be looked upon favourably, but this is essential for the role

Mandated Yard Op Compliance

• Right to Work
• Driving Licence
• DVLA Check - Max 6 points (0 preferred).No DD, DR, IN, TT99, min age 21,