Timber Yard Operative / Forklift Driver (Temp-to-Perm)
Monday–Friday | 07:30–17:00 |
Location: East Harling
Working within a busy outdoor timber yard and manufacturing environment, supporting production and logistics operations through efficient material handling, stock control, and yard management. This role requires a valid side loader and/or multi-directional forklift licence, with a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities:
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Picking and supplying timber to saws within an outdoor timber yard environment.
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Operating side loader and/or multi-directional forklifts to move raw materials and finished products safely and efficiently.
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Using internal systems to check off picked jobs, track progress, and organise daily workload.
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Managing timber stock levels, including waste control and segregation.
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Removing finished products from the factory and transferring them to designated storage or loading areas.
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Loading HGVs with finished products, including roof trusses and engineered floor joists.
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Unloading incoming deliveries from HGVs and ensuring goods are stored correctly.
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Carrying out general yard housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment.
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Adhering to all health & safety procedures, particularly when working outdoors and with heavy materials.
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Supporting production and logistics teams to meet daily operational targets.
Skills & Experience:
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Valid side loader and/or multi-directional forklift licence (essential).
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Previous experience in a timber yard, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environment (preferred).
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Confident working outdoors in all weather conditions.
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Good IT or system-based skills for logging jobs and managing workload.
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices.
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Reliable with own transport to the East Harling site.
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Pro-active, can-do attitude with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
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Willingness to learn and develop within a temp-to-perm opportunity