Yard Operative

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 April 2026
LOCATION
Bedford
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£26,500 / year
CATEGORY
Logistics, Procurement, Distribution and Supply Chain
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Picking and packing Quality checking Manual handling Health and safety Forklift licence Teamwork Construction Yard environment

FULL DESCRIPTION

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established organisation within the construction and utilities supply sector. An opportunity has arisen for a Yard Operative to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys physical work, working outdoors, and being part of a supportive team environment.

Yard Operative

Location: North of Bedford (Transport Essential)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £26,500 per annum

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys physical work, working outdoors, and being part of a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Picking, packing, and preparing small and large items for hire and sale
  • Quality checking and cleaning equipment (including wet work)
  • Manual handling of materials and products
  • Maintaining a safe, tidy, and well-organised yard environment
  • Supporting installations, including occasional work on customer sites
  • Liaising with internal teams to ensure smooth operations
  • Adhering to high health & safety standards at all times
  • There may be occasions where overnight stays are required during installation work. Overtime is available.

Responsibilities:

  • Physically fit with a positive, can-do attitude
  • Willing to learn and develop skills within a construction-based environment
  • Reliable, hardworking, and able to work well as part of a team
  • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Counterbalance forklift licence and/or 7.5-tonne driving licence desirable but not essential

Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days we’re sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck!

To apply for this job please visit www.applybe.com.

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