Yard Operative/Handyperson

SeeMeHired; Wickford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable provider of modular buildings in Wickford is seeking a Yard Operative to maintain, repair, and prepare modular buildings and site accommodation. Your role will focus on upkeep, servicing, and compliance with safety standards. This family-run business values dedication and offers competitive pay, along with benefits including additional holidays and training opportunities. Join a team where your skills are truly appreciated and foster a positive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Option to buy extra holidays

Group pension

Annual salary review

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience in cabin fitting is a distinct advantage.
• Experience in plumbing, joinery, or electrical work is highly beneficial.
• Able to multi-task and prioritise a busy workload.

Responsibilities

• Clean, paint, and perform general maintenance on cabins and buildings as directed.
• Service mobile welfare units to ensure they're in top condition.
• Conduct site visits to carry out necessary repairs promptly.
• Maintain a clean and organised yard and workshop at all times.
• Adhere to current health and safety legislation to ensure a safe working environment.

Skills

Maintenance and Upkeep

Servicing

Repairs

Customer Service Commitment

Time Management

Team Player

Job description

Overview

Step into a vital role where your hands‑on skills make a real impact. As a Yard Operative, you'll be instrumental in the maintenance, repair, and preparation of our modular buildings and site accommodation units. Your dedication to efficiency and safety will ensure that every task is performed to the highest standards, driving the success of our depot and contributing to our overall excellence.

Wernick Hire, the UK's largest and longest‑standing provider of modular buildings and site accommodation, is looking for a dynamic Yard Operative/Handyperson to be a key player in our thriving depot! Since 1934, Wernick Hire has been a proud, family‑run company with a rich history of growth and innovation. Celebrating 90 years of successful trading, we've doubled our profits in the last five years alone. Our success is fueled by the enthusiasm, vision, and genuine can‑do spirit of our team members. Join us and be part of a company where your skills and dedication are truly valued!

The Wernick® Group of Companies has a proud history stretching back to 1934, growing from a humble maker of poultry crates to become Britain's largest independent manufacturer and hirer of portable and modular accommodation. We blend traditional values with a forward‑looking approach, offering a vast array of roles and career paths across 40 centres in 36 UK locations. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in outstanding product quality, outstanding service, continuous investment in people and a streamlined business model that values decisiveness and efficiency.

We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring a safe, positive working environment. Clear path to progression and continuous training programmes, such as our Trainee Yard Operative Programme and Graduate Training Programme, support your career growth.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and Upkeep: Clean, paint, and perform general maintenance on cabins and buildings as directed.
• Servicing: Service mobile welfare units to ensure they're in top condition.
• Repairs: Conduct site visits to carry out necessary repairs promptly.
• Furniture Management: Check and store furniture returned to the yard, ensuring it's properly removed from cabins and placed back in storage.
• Forklift Maintenance: Keep the forklift truck in excellent working order.
• Efficiency: Minimise material wastage and assist with the safe loading and unloading of cabins, buildings, and materials.
• Housekeeping: Maintain a clean and organised yard and workshop at all times.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to current health and safety legislation to ensure a safe working environment.
• Technical Expertise: Experience in plumbing, joinery, or electrical work is highly beneficial.
• Multitasking: Ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload effectively.
• Customer Service Commitment: Dedicated to providing first‑class service and support.
• Team Player: Enthusiastic and collaborative, working well with others.
• Self‑Motivated: A proactive self‑starter with a strong drive to excel.
• Detail‑Oriented: Thorough and methodical in all tasks.
• Integrity: Demonstrates honesty and professionalism in every interaction.
• Pressure Performer: Able to handle tasks effectively under pressure with a positive attitude.
• Time Management: Proficient in managing time efficiently and prioritising tasks.
• Experience of plumbing, joinery or electrical (would suit a handyperson)
• Able to multi‑task and prioritise busy workload
• Desired criteria: Experience in cabin fitting is a distinct advantage

Qualifications & Desired Criteria

• Experience in cabin fitting is a distinct advantage
• Experience in plumbing, joinery or electrical (would suit a handyperson)
• Able to multi‑task and prioritise a busy workload

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• Generous holiday allowance (rising with service).
• Option to buy extra holidays.
• Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday.
• Group pension.
• Annual salary review each January.
• Life assurance of 2x annual salary.
• Christmas shutdown.
• Early finish on Fridays.
• Personal accident insurance.
• Free onsite parking.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Training and progression opportunities.
• Family‑run and well‑established, secure company (trading 90 years).
• Open door policy.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Benefits scheme (discounted retailers).
• Corporate eyecare scheme through Specsavers.
• Direct communication with MD/CEO and staff satisfaction surveys.