General Workshop & Logistics Operative

The General Operative is responsible for the efficient, safe, and organized management of the internal and external yard area. This role involves general labouring, inventory organisation, loading and unloading vehicles, operating yard equipment, and maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and safety across the site. Reporting to the Workshop Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Yard Maintenance and Organisation:
  • Maintain the yard area in a clean, tidy, and orderly condition, ensuring all materials, equipment and stock are stored correctly and safely.
  • Conduct routine checks for hazards and report any maintenance or repair needs promptly.
  • Manage waste and recycling operations within the yard.
• Logistics and Inventory:
  • Assist with accurate loading and unloading of delivery vehicles using appropriate equipment such as forklift or pallet truck.
  • Ensure incoming and outgoing stock is correctly counted, checked against manifests and documented.
  • Prepare and stage materials and products for dispatch or use by other departments.
  • Carry out regular stock checks and report discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Equipment Operation:
  • Safely and competently operate relevant yard machinery such as forklifts, telehandlers, or other mobile plant equipment where licensed.
  • Perform pre-use checks and basic maintenance on all assigned equipment.
• Safety and Compliance:
  • Adhere strictly to all company health, safety and environmental policies and procedures.
  • Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
  • Ensure all working practices comply with legal requirements and operational standards.
• General Duties:
  • Assist with general labouring tasks across the site as required.
  • Support workshop and logistics teams.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a yard, logistics, warehouse or similar outdoor/industrial environment is preferred but not essential.
• Valid certification or licence to operate a counterbalance or reach forklift is highly desirable but not essential.
• Strong commitment to safety and awareness of hazard recognition.
• Physically fit and capable of heavy lifting and manual labour in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills for completing documentation and checking manifests.
• Reliable, punctual and flexible approach to working hours.

Location(s): United Kingdom – Verwood

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