Yard Operative
Posted 1 hour 39 minutes ago by Pertemps Leeds Commercial
£12.76 - £16.97 Hourly
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Yorkshire, Wakefield, United Kingdom, WF1 1
Job Description
Normanton
Full-Time Ongoing Work Immediate Starts Available
40 Hours Per Week Monday to Friday
We are currently recruiting for Yard Operatives to join a busy logistics and distribution site based in Normanton. This is a physically demanding role, ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on work and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Please note: This role is based solely outdoors in the yard, regardless of weather conditions. Candidates must be comfortable working outside all year round and be prepared for a role that involves consistent manual handling and hard physical work.
Pay Rates & Shift Information:
As a Yard Operative, your main responsibility will be sorting and processing kegs unloaded from incoming wagons. This is a physically demanding position that requires a proactive approach, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy outdoor environment.
Key Responsibilities:

Full-Time Ongoing Work Immediate Starts Available
40 Hours Per Week Monday to Friday
We are currently recruiting for Yard Operatives to join a busy logistics and distribution site based in Normanton. This is a physically demanding role, ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on work and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Please note: This role is based solely outdoors in the yard, regardless of weather conditions. Candidates must be comfortable working outside all year round and be prepared for a role that involves consistent manual handling and hard physical work.
Pay Rates & Shift Information:
- Days: £12.76 per hour 06:00 - 14:00
- Afternoons: £15.95 per hour 14:00 - 22:00
- Nights: £16.97 per hour 22:00 - 06:00
As a Yard Operative, your main responsibility will be sorting and processing kegs unloaded from incoming wagons. This is a physically demanding position that requires a proactive approach, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy outdoor environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sorting kegs unloaded from delivery wagons
- Handballing stock from trailers and containers
- Loading and unloading goods safely and efficiently
- Supporting the smooth flow of operations across the yard
- Moving products to designated locations
- General yard maintenance and housekeeping duties
- Following all site health and safety procedures
- Working towards operational targets in a fast-paced environment
- Reliable and punctual individuals with a strong work ethic
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions throughout the year
- Physically fit and capable of carrying out heavy lifting and manual handling duties
- Proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Previous experience within a warehouse, yard, or logistics environment is beneficial but not essential
- Candidates who understand this is a demanding, hands-on role and are prepared for hard work
- Ongoing, long-term work
- Fixed shift patterns available
- Full training and site induction provided
- Opportunity to work for a leading logistics operation
- Immediate starts available