Yard Operative - Forklift Certified (Newcastle)

Talent Finder; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Talent Finder is seeking a Yard Operative in Newcastle for a full‑time, outdoor yard role. You will pick customer orders, process hire returns, and assist with loading and unloading vehicles while keeping the yard tidy and safe.

The role requires teamwork, a strong health and safety focus, and external forklift certification. You will work to meet daily targets in a practical outdoor environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team in an outdoor yard environment.
• Commitment to health and safety procedures and the correct use of PPE.
• Ability to work efficiently and meet targets.
• External training, certification and authorisation to operate a forklift truck or lorry loader.
• Experience in a yard, warehouse or similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Pick stock for customer orders, ensuring correct quantity and quality.
• Process returned hire stock and complete damage reports.
• Meet targets set by the Depot Manager or Supervisor.
• Operate a forklift truck or lorry loader where trained and authorised.
• Ensure vehicles are loaded and unloaded safely and drivers satisfied with loads.
• Keep the yard tidy and organised, returning unpicked stock to correct locations.

Skills

Teamwork

Health & safety awareness

Target-driven

Efficient worker

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Talent Finder is seeking a Yard Operative in Newcastle for a full‑time, outdoor yard role. You will pick customer orders, process hire returns, and assist with loading and unloading vehicles while keeping the yard tidy and safe.

The role requires teamwork, a strong health and safety focus, and external forklift certification. You will work to meet daily targets in a practical outdoor environment.