Yard Operative

Manpower; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gas company in Smethwick, Birmingham is looking for a Yard Operative to support daily yard operations. The role involves safely operating a Counterbalance Forklift to manage gas cylinders, along with various administrative tasks to support logistics. The position offers a pay rate of £13.60 per hour for full-time temporary work, ideal for individuals who enjoy outdoor work and contributing to effective logistics processes.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence essential.
• Experience in logistics and yard operations preferred.
• Ability to perform data entry and admin tasks.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Counterbalance Forklift to move, load, and unload gas cylinders and materials.
• Keep the yard clean, organised, and running efficiently.
• Support with stock control and movement tracking.
• Carry out admin tasks such as data entry, delivery mapping, customer and client liaison.
• Communicate effectively with drivers and internal teams to maintain smooth operations.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Counterbalance Forklift

Job description

Location: Birmingham
Pay Rate: £13.60 per hour
Contract: Full-Time, Temporary (Until End of April 2026)
Hours: 42.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 0700-1500 (flexible)
Start Date: ASAP

Join a leading gas company in Smethwick, Birminghamas a Yard Operative, where your main focus will be supporting daily yard operations using a Counterbalance Forklift, with some admin work as needed to support the on-site office. This hands‑on role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors while also contributing to efficient logistics processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a Counterbalance Forklift to move, load, and unload gas cylinders and materials.
• Keep the yard clean, organised, and running efficiently.
• Support with stock control and movement tracking.
• Carry out admin tasks such as data entry, delivery mapping, customer and client liaison.
• Communicate effectively with drivers and internal teams to maintain smooth operations.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Candidate Requirements:
? Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (essent...