Yard Operative (Dundee)

Enigma Group; Dundee; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Enigma Industrial Services in Dundee is seeking a Yard Operative to carry out general labouring duties, loading and unloading materials and ensuring items are correctly selected and collected according to daily schedules. Full training will be provided, and eligibility to pursue additional qualifications is encouraged.

Desirable CSCS/CISRS Green labourer card and forklift licence; training available. You may be asked to work at our Aberdeen branch for cover.

Qualifications

• Basic literacy and numeracy required.
• CSCS/CISRS Green Labourer card preferred; training provided.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• Team player with willingness to learn.
• Desirable forklift licence; training available.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general labouring duties and load/unload materials.
• Ensure materials are selected and collected per daily schedules.
• Work safely following procedures and site rules.
• Assist with stock provision and inventory checks.
• Undertake manual handling and safe storage of materials.
• Occasionally work at the Aberdeen branch for cover.

Skills

Basic literacy

Numeracy

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Willingness to train

Education

CSCS/CISRS Green Labourer card

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

Based at our Dundee branch, we are seeking a Yard Operative to carry out general labouring duties, including loading and unloading materials to ensure they are properly selected and collected in accordance with daily work schedules. While previous experience working in a yard with scaffolding components and holding a valid forklift truck licence is advantageous, it is not essential, as full training will be provided. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate a strong desire and willingness to undertake ongoing training to progress their careers.

We are also happy to support successful candidates who wish to train for an HGV licence to provide cover for our regular drivers during annual leave or busy periods. Occasionally, you may also be required to work at our Aberdeen branch to provide holiday and sickness cover.

• Carry out tasks in a safe manner as directed by your line manager/supervisor and in accordance with company procedures and site rules/regulations.
• Responsible for your personal safety, your colleagues and the general public at all times; you must be able to work as a team member.
• An appreciation of industry-standard safe working practices, including permit to work systems, COSHH, risk assessments and accident/incident reporting.
• Ensure that all work is undertaken within the jobholder’s own level of demonstrated competence.
• Assist the team with the provision of stock, including quality, control and stock maintenance requirements.
• Manual handling duties including stacking, packing and safe storage of materials.

What we are looking for

• Possess basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Preferably, you will have a CSCS/CISRS Green labourer card. However, training will be provided upon commencement to obtain the necessary cards.
• Someone who has an appreciation or relevant experience in the discipline area.
• Able to demonstrate a basic understanding of health & safety standards and practices.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Desire and willingness to undertake any necessary training and continued learning.
• Ability to participate in task audits/near miss reporting/plant audits.
• Someone who takes responsibility for their own actions and demonstrates pride in completing tasks.
• Good housekeeping practices, tidy and organised in areas of work.
• Self-motivated and good work ethic.
• Desirable – Forklift truck trained with a valid licence. However, training can be provided to the successful candidate.

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