Yard Operative

Yard Operative - BOC

Location: Crawley
Pay Rate: £15.80 per hour
Hours: 42 hours per week

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for Yard Operatives to join our client, BOC team within a busy warehouse and production environment.

This is a hands-on role involving the safe handling, inspection, sorting and filling of gas cylinders. Working within a safety-first environment, you will play an important part in ensuring cylinders are processed, stored and prepared to the required quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Loading & Unloading: Safely handling, sorting and moving gas cylinders, ensuring they are correctly stored in designated pallets, storage areas and vehicles.
  
  
• Cylinder Inspections: Checking cylinders before and after filling, identifying any damage, leaks or defects and separating unsuitable cylinders for maintenance.
  
  
• Cylinder Filling: Operating filling machinery and equipment to ensure cylinders are filled safely, efficiently and in line with quality procedures.
  
  
• Equipment Checks: Completing daily pre-use inspections of handling equipment, including trolleys and forklift trucks.
  
  
• Health & Safety: Following all site safety procedures and maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
  
  

Shift Patterns & Pay

• Pay Rate: £15.80 per hour.
  
  
• Hours: 45 hours per week.
  
  
• Shift Rotation: Alternating weekly between:
  
  
  • Week 1: Monday to Friday, 5:45am – 2:00pm.
    
    
  • Week 2: Monday to Friday, 1:45pm – 10:00pm.
    
    
• Overtime: Additional overtime and weekend working opportunities available, with enhanced premium rates.
  
  

Candidate Requirements

• Previous warehouse, production or manufacturing experience would be beneficial.
  
  
• A valid FLT licence is preferable but not essential, as full forklift training can be provided.
  
  
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  
  
• A self-motivated approach with good attention to detail.
  
  
• Ability to use digital systems and tracking software.
  
  
• A strong understanding of health and safety, with a responsible approach to working in a safety-critical environment.
  
  

Important Information: Due to the nature of the role and the handling of compressed gases, successful candidates will be required to complete a face-to-face interview, criminal record check and drug and alcohol/medical assessment prior to starting.

Interested?

If you're looking for a hands-on opportunity within a busy production environment and have a strong focus on safety and quality, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

 

If you are interested, Please send your CV to louisa.davis@pertemps.co.uk