Yard operative/forklift driver Work, Jobs in Stoke On Trent, Eng (with Salaries)

Yard Operative/Forklift Driver
Polly Group —Fenton
- From £13.50 an hour
- Overtime
- Heavy lifting
- Basic maths
- Forklift
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Yard Operative/Van Driver
Howarth Timber & Building Supplies Limited —Cheadle
- Up to £30,000 a year
- Overtime
- Customer service
- Driving
- Warehouse experience
- Free parking
- Store discount
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Warehouse Operative - Country Stores
Carrs Billington Agriculture —Cheddleton
- £10.85 - £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- English
- Forklift
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Yard Operative/Van Driver
Howarth Timber & Building Supplies Limited —Cheadle
Answering queries from commercial customers or members of the public. Manual driving: 2 years (required). Experience of multi-drop van driving.
Up to £30,000 a year
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Yard Operative/Relief HGV Driver
Huws Gray Group —Birmingham
Providing a friendly, knowledgeable service to customers in the yard when not out in our vehicles delivering materials. Competitive with Benefits Per Annum.

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Yard Operative/Forklift Driver

Polly Group -
Fenton

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Job details

Full-time
From £13.50 an hour

Qualifications

Heavy lifting
Basic maths
Logistics
Warehouse management system
Forklift
Shipping & receiving
Organisational skills
Warehouse experience
Materials handling
Mechanical knowledge
Load & unload

Full job description

Overview - Counterbalance Licence is required!

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Yard Operative/Forklift Driver to join our clients team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing materials within the yard, operating forklifts safely and efficiently, and supporting warehouse operations. This role offers an engaging environment where organisational skills and mechanical knowledge are highly valued. The position is fully paid and suitable for individuals with prior warehouse experience or those eager to develop their skills in logistics and materials handling.

Duties

Operate forklift trucks to load, unload, and transport materials within the yard and warehouse areas
Assist with shipping and receiving activities, ensuring accurate documentation and handling of goods
Manage stock levels using warehouse management systems to track inventory movements
Perform basic equipment repairs or report faults to maintenance teams to ensure operational safety
Handle materials carefully, adhering to safety protocols during loading and unloading processes
Support warehouse organisation by stacking, storing, and retrieving items efficiently
Conduct routine inspections of forklift equipment to ensure safety standards are maintained
Assist in general yard duties such as cleaning, organising storage areas, and maintaining a tidy workspace
Use basic maths skills for measuring, counting, and verifying quantities during stock movements

Skills

Proven experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control procedures
Valid forklift licence with demonstrated experience in operating various types of forklifts safely
Mechanical knowledge for minor equipment repairs and troubleshooting issues promptly
Strong understanding of materials handling techniques in a busy warehouse environment
Ability to load and unload goods efficiently while adhering to health and safety regulations
Experience with shipping & receiving processes including documentation accuracy
Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
Basic maths proficiency for measurements, calculations, and stock verification
Physical fitness for heavy lifting tasks and prolonged periods of standing or walking within the yard or warehouse setting

This role is working Monday to Friday, between the hours of 7.30am to 4pm - with overtime available during peak periods.

The opportunity is being advertised by PRS Ltd on behalf of our Fenton, Stoke based client.

Pay: From £13.50 per hour

Work Location: In person

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