Yard Operative/Yard Merchandiser

Pertemps Swindon; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Yard Operative in Wheatley, Oxford. The position requires candidates to ensure a safe and organized yard, handle stock management and deliveries, and maintain equipment. A full UK driving licence and teamwork ability are essential and a forklift licence is preferred. This role offers a stable permanent contract with working hours from Monday to Friday, and occasional Saturday shifts. Training for machinery will be provided to successful candidates.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Forklift licence is desirable.
• Ability to work in a team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a tidy and safe yard in line with health and safety requirements.
• Load and unload vehicles, including company vehicles and deliveries.
• Move stock within the yard using machinery.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Forklift licence - Counterbalance

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Knowledge of building merchant products/industry

Reliability

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Customer-focused attitude

Job description

Yard Operative / Yard Merchandiser

Location: Wheatley, oxford

Salary: £ 30,000 -£35,000 DOE

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday 7:00am - 5:00pm, every other Saturday 08:00 - 12:00 noon

The successful candidate will ensure the smooth operation of the yard, maintain health and safety standards, and assist both colleagues and customers with stock management and deliveries. Full training will be provided for machinery and products.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a tidy and safe yard in line with health and safety requirements
• Load and unload vehicles, including company vehicles and deliveries
• Move stock within the yard using machinery (training provided)
• Ensure all yard areas are fully stocked, and deliveries are correctly picked
• Assist customers with orders and enquiries
• Report any issues to the Yard Manager, including stock, vehicle, or health and safety concerns
• Check that vehicles are safe to operate and free from defects
• Maintain personal presentation and wear all required PPE during working hours
• Undertake product training as required

Skills & Requirements

• Full UK driving licence
• Forklift licence - Counterbalance (desirable)
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Knowledge of building merchant products/industry is desirable
• Reliability, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to tasks
• Good communication skills and a customer-focused attitude

If you are looking for stability, want to grow with a supportive company, and have the relevant skills, apply directly today or call (phone number removed) and ask for Snix to discuss further