At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep the yard and depot organised, clean, and safe while handling agricultural machinery.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at our Shefford Woodlands depot.
- Benefits: Earn £15 per hour, enjoy up to 25 days holiday, and access great employee perks.
- Other info: Flexible role with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Experience variety in your work and make a real impact on site operations.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of agricultural machinery and strong organisational skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 15 - 15 £ per hour.
We currently have a vacancy for a Yard & Depot Operative at our Shefford Woodlands depot (just outside Hungerford). This is a varied role which also has a degree of machinery valeting responsibilities. As a key member of the team, your purpose is to maintain the yard, depot and machinery to a high standard, supporting site operations and site health & safety/security requirements. This role involves working outside in all weather conditions!
Responsibilities
- Ensuring the yard and depot areas are kept organised, clean, safe and secure
- Ensuring machinery and equipment is accessible when required to allow for the smooth operation of the workshop
- Assisting with the secure opening and closing of the depot, including keyholder responsibilities
- Being responsible for the safe loading and unloading of agricultural machinery, equipment and deliveries
- Using Material Handling Equipment (MHE) when required
- Assisting with goods in and out processes as required
- Preparing machinery and goods for collection – ensuring items and machines are ready and accessible for collection when required
- Cleaning & preparing machinery to a high standard and ensuring machines are presented in a condition to exceed customer satisfaction levels
- Health & Safety duties such as the regular inspection of machinery and yard equipment (forklifts and ladders)
- Working closely with the Health & Safety Manager to ensure a high degree of compliance with health & safety legislation
- Day to day upkeep of the building and outside areas, reporting any issues to Management as required
- Other general yard and building duties as and when required
About You
We are looking for applicants who can demonstrate great organisation skills, attention to detail along with drive, commitment and enthusiasm. No two days are ever the same in this role so you need to have a flexible approach to your work!
Skills / Experience Required
- A high degree of knowledge and experience with Agricultural machinery is essential, including the safe operation of the machinery
- Previous experience in a Yard Operative position
- Strong organisational skills
- Comfortable with self-management and prioritising your own workload appropriately
- A high level of attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Confident using a computer and other technology
- Forklift Licence
About The Benefits
We can offer a highly competitive hourly wage in the region of £15 per hour dependent on experience, up to 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), company uniform/safety equipment, company pension, employee discount schemes, employee wellbeing and financial planning service, cycle to work scheme.
Yard & Depot Operative employer: Farol Ltd
Farol Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and dedication. With opportunities for employee growth and development, particularly in the agricultural sector, staff enjoy competitive benefits including up to 25 days holiday and exclusive discounts. Working at the Hinckley depot not only provides a chance to engage with cutting-edge machinery but also fosters a sense of community among passionate individuals committed to excellence in agriculture.
