Source4 Personnel Solutions
Job Title: Yard Operative (Temp to Perm)
Location: Reading
Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00/07:00 – 16:00/17:00
Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour
About the Role
We’re looking for a hands-on and motivated Yard Operative to join a busy and fast-paced team in Reading. This is a fantastic temp-to-perm opportunity for someone who enjoys outdoor, practical work and being part of a supportive operational team.
You’ll play a key role in keeping the yard running smoothly, safely, and efficiently day to day.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Loading and unloading vehicles using forklifts and yard equipment
- Moving, stacking, and organising materials safely and efficiently
- Carrying out daily equipment checks and basic maintenance
- Keeping the yard clean, safe, and well organised
- Supporting stock control and inventory checks
- Following all site Health & Safety procedures
- Working closely with warehouse and yard teams to meet daily targets
About You
- Confident operating in a busy yard environment
- Valid Counterbalance and/or Reach Truck forklift licence (essential)
- Reliable, proactive, and safety-conscious
- Team player with a “get stuck in” attitude
- Able to work outdoors in all conditions
What’s on Offer
- Temp to permanent opportunity
- Monday to Friday working (no weekends)
- Early start, early finish pattern
- Competitive pay at £13.50 per hour
- Supportive team environment with long-term prospects
Please note:
As you can appreciate we are currently overwhelmed with applications of individuals looking for both short term and permanent work and we can therefore only contact those applications that have relevant skills for positions that we currently have available. Should you not hear from us within a week, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. In line with GDPR regulations, we are making you aware that to proceed with your application we will need to contact you via email, telephone and/or text message. To receive future job alerts from us, you will be required to provide consent within our marketing preference options. The link will be provided in an email to you. Source4 are an equal opportunities employer and complies with all relevant UK legislation. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to attend a full registration with one of our Consultants which will involve you providing a current passport, any relevant visas, a proof of address and completing relevant tests and a full competency based interview.
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