Yards Person in Bedford

Yards Person in Bedford

Bedford Full-Time 26250 - 26250 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
1st Choice Staff Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join our team as a Yard Person, handling equipment and assisting with installations.
  • Company: Leading supplier of non-mechanical plant and equipment for construction and utilities.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, overtime, bonus scheme, private healthcare, and generous holiday allowance.
  • Other info: Full training provided, with opportunities for travel and career progression.
  • Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in the construction industry while working with a supportive team.
  • Qualifications: Physically fit, reliable, and eager to learn; forklift licence is a plus.

The predicted salary is between 26250 - 26250 £ per year.

A position has become available for a Yard Person based at our depot near Wyboston. We are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking individual to join our growing team on a full-time basis. Overtime is available, and there may also be occasions where overnight stays are required when carrying out installations. In return, we offer a competitive salary (depending on experience), career progression opportunities, training and development, overtime, a discretionary bonus, and private healthcare.

We are a leading supplier of non-mechanical plant and equipment for both sale and hire, serving the construction, civil engineering, and utilities sectors. Our product range includes traffic management barriers, hoarding and fencing systems, temporary access mats and portable roadways, height restriction kits, trench covers, trench sheets, and much more.

Benefits
  • Salary: £26,500 per annum (depending on experience)
  • Overtime available
  • Bonus scheme
  • Private healthcare
  • Career progression and management development opportunities
  • Generous holiday allowance, including a Christmas shutdown
  • Staff social events
About the Role

As a Yard Person, you will be part of an established team responsible for:

  • Picking and packing small and large items
  • Quality checking and cleaning equipment (including wet work)
  • Manual handling of products
  • Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe yard environment
  • Assisting with product installations at customer sites across the UK
  • Maintaining high standards of health and safety at all times
  • Liaising professionally with customers during site installations

A Counterbalance Forklift Licence or 7.5-tonne driving licence would be advantageous. Salary will reflect relevant skills and experience.

About You

This role would suit someone who is:

  • Physically fit and comfortable with manual work
  • Reliable, hardworking, and enthusiastic
  • Keen to learn and develop their knowledge within the construction industry
  • Able to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Willing to travel and occasionally stay overnight when required

Full training and PPE will be provided.

Location

The role is based at our depot near Wyboston, Bedfordshire, with good access from major road networks. It would suit candidates living in or around Bedford, St Neots, or the surrounding areas. There will also be opportunities to travel to sites across the UK to assist with product installations.

Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £26,500 per annum, depending on experience.
Work Location: In person

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!

1st Choice Staff Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and acts as both an Employment Agency & Business.

Yards Person in Bedford employer: 1st Choice Staff Recruitment

Join a forward-thinking team in Bedford as a Manufacturing Operative, where your attention to detail and motivation will be valued in a cleanroom environment. Our client offers a supportive work culture with opportunities for skill development, competitive benefits including a company pension and free on-site parking, and a commitment to employee growth through training and collaboration. This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking meaningful employment in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

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We think you need these skills to ace Yards Person in Bedford

Manual Handling
Quality Checking
Equipment Cleaning
Health and Safety Standards
Customer Liaison
Teamwork
Reliability