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Yard Operative with FLT


Company : 1st Choice Recruitment


Location : Bedford, England


Created : 2026-04-10


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Yard Operative Location: North of Bedford (Transport Essential) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: 26,500 per annum We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established organisation within the construction and utilities supply sector. An opportunity has arisen for a Yard Operative to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys physical work, working outdoors, and being part of a supportive team environment. Responsibilities: Picking, packing, and preparing small and large items for hire and sale Quality checking and cleaning equipment (including wet work) Manual handling of materials and products Maintaining a safe, tidy, and well-organised yard environment Supporting installations, including occasional work on customer sites Liaising with internal teams to ensure smooth operations Adhering to high health 'safety standards at all times There may be occasions where overnight stays are required during installation work. Overtime is available. Responsibilities: Physically fit with a positive, can-do attitude Willing to learn and develop skills within a construction-based environment Reliable, hardworking, and able to work well as part of a team Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions Counterbalance forklift licence and/or 7.5-tonne driving licence desirable but not essential TPBN1_UKTJ