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Yard Operative

Ranch Bones

Tranent

On-site

GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Full time

2 days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Yard Operative to manage steel and aluminium handling in a dynamic workshop environment. This role emphasizes manual handling, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. You will be responsible for loading and unloading deliveries, ensuring materials are prepared for galvanizing, and adhering to health and safety standards. With a structured training period and a supportive team, this position offers a chance to grow your skills in a collaborative setting. If you thrive in a hands-on role and enjoy working as part of a team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Knowledge of yard processes and equipment is essential.
Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Move steel and aluminium around the workshop and yard areas.
Load and unload deliveries while maintaining high housekeeping standards.
Inspect materials and ensure compliance with safety practices.

Yard processes knowledge

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Deadline management

Scope of Role

As a Yard Operative you will be responsible for moving steel and aluminium around the workshop and yard areas. The role will involve manual handling, as well as using equipment to load and unload deliveries and ensuring the yard is kept well presented.

Rate of pay - £22.50 per hour (13 Weeks probationary period CIS / Umbrella)

Shifts - Friday to Sunday, 07:00 - 17:30

You will be required to complete 3 weeks initial training with the day shift (39 hrs Monday - Thursday 7am - 5pm).

Main Duties And Responsibilities

Carry out workshop / yard activities in accordance with issued work instructions
Complete paperwork as specified
Loading/unloading delivery vehicles
Prepare fabricated materials to be sent for galvanising and/or despatch
Ensure loads are checked before dispatch to ensure items are packed and secured and match paperwork
Check in bolts against delivery note
Inspect galvanised materials, take remedial action and report any significant concerns
Carry out check erection operations
Maintain high levels of housekeeping in all areas
Carry out manual activities within physical and technical capabilities

Authorities, Interface, Reporting and Supervision

Line report to the Shipping Manager
Liaise with yard / workshop operatives, as required

Health, Safety & Environment

Work in a safe and responsible manner taking reasonable care of your own and other people's health and safety
Follow and adhere to all training received
Ensure that HSEQ policies and practices are adhered to
Report any accidents, incidents, and near misses to the QHSE Manager
Wear and look after issued PPE/RPE
Maintain records and traceability throughout the fabrication process
Not to deliberately interfere with or misuse anything provided to maintain safety and to comply with legislation
Participate in risk assessments and comply with controls specified in the risk assessment

Skills, Knowledge and Attributes

Working knowledge of yard processes, tools, and equipment
Good organisational skills
Ability to work to deadlines
Able to work as part of a team

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Yard Operative

Ranch Bones

Tranent

On-site

GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Full time

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