Yard Operative (Forklift Licensed) | Fast-Paced Role

Unico Recruitment London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Perkbox

Leave entitlement (23 days + holidays)

Pension

Life Assurance

Staff discount

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Long Service Awards

Job summary

Unico Recruitment London is seeking a proactive Yard Operative for our Watford branch. The role focuses on stocking, assisting customers, and maintaining a safe yard and store environment, with a required forklift counterbalance licence.

You will support both yard and store operations, provide product advice, and help with loading. The job suits someone physically able to work in a busy setting and committed to safety and customer service.

Qualifications

• Forklift counterbalance licence required.
• Experience in builders merchant is essential.
• Excellent communication and customer service.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Health and safety awareness is important.

Responsibilities

• Replenish and organise stock in the yard and store.
• Assist customers with loading, product advice, and paint mixing (training provided).
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hazard-free environment in both the yard and store.
• Perform regular checks on equipment and report any issues.
• Follow all health and safety procedures.
• Work closely with team members to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Handle manual tasks and general maintenance as required.

Skills

Forklift licence

Customer service

Team player

Health & safety awareness

Job description

Unico Recruitment London is seeking a proactive Yard Operative for our Watford branch. The role focuses on stocking, assisting customers, and maintaining a safe yard and store environment, with a required forklift counterbalance licence.

You will support both yard and store operations, provide product advice, and help with loading. The job suits someone physically able to work in a busy setting and committed to safety and customer service.