Yard Person (FLT)

Manpower UK - RISE; Caernarfon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gas company in Caernarfon is seeking a Yard Operative to support daily yard operations. Key responsibilities include operating a Counterbalance Forklift, maintaining yard organization, and performing admin tasks. Candidates should hold a valid forklift licence and possess warehouse or logistics experience. This full-time role offers a starting pay of £13.60 per hour in a dynamic and outdoor environment, ideal for team-oriented individuals looking for long-term employment.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence is essential.
• Previous experience in yard, warehouse, or logistics settings.
• Basic admin and IT skills are required.
• Comfort with manual handling and outdoor work is necessary.
• Must be reliable and team-focused.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Counterbalance Forklift for moving gas cylinders.
• Keep the yard organized and efficient.
• Support stock control and movement tracking.
• Perform data entry and liaise with customers.
• Communicate with drivers and internal teams.

Skills

Counterbalance Forklift Licence

Previous yard, warehouse, or logistics experience

Basic admin and IT skills

Comfortable with manual handling and outdoor work

Reliable and team‑focused

Job description

Job Description

Yard Operative | Caernarfon

Location: Caernarfon Pay Rate: £13.60 per hour Contract: Full-Time, Temporary (Temp-to-Perm) Hours: 42.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 0700-1500 (flexible) Start Date: ASAP

Join a leading gas company in Caernarfon as 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 (essential)
• ✅ Previous yard, warehouse, or logistics experience
• ✅ Basic admin and IT skills
• ✅ Comfortable with manual handling and outdoor work
• ✅ Reliable and team‑focused

This is a great opportunity to join a trusted name in the energy sector and enjoy a steady, long‑term position in Caernarfon.