Yard Operative

 Yard Operative – Ampthill – £13.50 per hour – Immediate Start

 

We are currently recruiting for a yard operative for our client based in Ampthill. A well-established plant hire and portable toilet company rooted in dependable service and pride.

 

As a Yard Operative, you'll contribute to keeping their yard efficient, safe, and welcoming - both for their staff and customers.

 

What You’ll Do

• Carry out general yard duties—loading, unloading, moving materials, and keeping the site safe and organised
• Maintain yard cleanliness and housekeeping standards, ensuring walkways, storage areas, and equipment remain tidy and hazard-free
• Clean and restock portable toilets, accommodation units, and re-hires as part of daily operations
• Report defects or maintenance issues promptly to the relevant team
• Support smooth yard operations, including equipment preparation and cycle turnaround

 

Who You Are

To succeed as a Yard Operative, you should be:

• Hard-working, reliable, and comfortable with outdoor, hands-on tasks in varied weather
• Able to lift and handle materials safely and efficiently
• Attentive to health and safety procedures, alert to hazards, and attentive to cleanliness
• Experienced in a yard, labouring, or cleaning environment (desirable, not essential—training provided)
• A positive team-player with good communication skills

 

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.50 with weekly pay
• Structured training (including safety protocols), with potential to develop further skills on the job
• 45-hour workweek, Monday to Friday
• Immediate start available
• A supportive, respectful work environment within a community-focused enterprise