Steel Yard Operative with FLT

Description Forde Recruitment, a leading provider of industrial staff in South Yorkshire and the surrounding areas, is seeking a FLT/Yard Operative to join their expanding team. Location: Scunthorpe, UK Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: 14.42 per hour Schedule: 07:30 16:30, Monday to Friday (40 hours per week), plus overtime opportunitie We have an immediate opportunity for a responsible FLT / Yard Operative. You will play a vital role in managing the safe and efficient movement of structural steel stock within our yard. This role requires someone who can work on their own initiative, is comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, and is committed to maintaining a safe working environment. Key Responsibilities Loading & Unloading: Safely load and unload vehicles, ensuring all material is secured correctly and processed accurately. Stock Management: Store stock correctly and ensure the yard remains organised, tidy, and safe. Customer Service: Ensure customer requirements regarding material handling are met efficiently. Equipment Operation: Operate Forklift Trucks (FLT) 12t & 15t, Overhead Cranes (OHC), Side loader (SL) 10t as required to move material around the site. Manual Handling: Ability to carry out manual work in line with established manual handling procedures. Maintenance & Safety: Keep all equipment in good working order, reporting any issues or faults immediately. Work strictly in accordance with all Works and Health and Safety procedures at all times. Required Skills and Experience Experience: Previous experience in a heavy industry or steel environment is essential. Equipment Operation: Proven experience using FLT, Overhead Cranes, and performing lifting and slinging. Safety Awareness: A strong awareness of safe vehicle loading, security, weight distribution, and Health & Safety procedures. Loading/Unloading Expertise: Experience loading and unloading wide loads on flatbed trailers. Work Ethic: The ability to work independently using your own initiative and thrive in an outdoor work environment regardless of the weather. Benefits If you are a reliable, safety-conscious individual with the required experience in a heavy industrial setting, we encourage you to apply. Experience: Steel handling: 2 years (required) Forklift / Side loader / OHC: 2 years (preferred) TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-05-02