Yard Operative/handyperson

2 weeks ago

StocktononTees, Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom Wernick Hire Full time

Wernick Hire:

  • The UK's Largest and Longest Standing National Provider of Permanent and Temporary Modular Buildings and Site Accommodation_

Role Overview:
Yard Operative/Handyperson
As a Yard Operative at Wernick Hire, you play a crucial role in the smooth operation of our depot.

Your responsibilities include carrying out various tasks related to the maintenance, repair, and preparation of modular buildings and site accommodation units.

With a focus on efficiency and safety, you'll ensure that all activities are conducted to the highest standards, contributing to the overall success of the depot.


About Us


Established in 1934 and celebrating 90 years of successful trading, the Wernick Group continues to be a family-run and owned company.

Over the past five years, we have more than doubled our profits, a testament to the quality and dedication of our workforce.

Our business thrives on the enthusiasm, vision, friendliness, and real can-do spirit of our team members.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities

  • Cleaning, painting, and general maintenance of cabins/buildings as instructed.
  • Servicing of mobile welfare units as required.
  • Conduct site visits to carry out repairs as necessary.
  • Ensure all furniture is checked on return to the yard, removed from cabins, and put back into storage.
  • Maintain the forklift truck in good and serviceable condition.
  • Minimise material wastage.
  • Assist in the safe loading and unloading of cabins/buildings and materials.
  • Maintain good housekeeping in the yard and workshop at all times.
  • Adhere to current health and safety legislation.

Skills and Experience

  • Experience in plumbing, joinery, or electrical work (suitable for a handyperson).
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize a busy workload.

Key Attributes

  • Committed to offering firstclass customer service.
  • Enthusiastic team player.
  • Motivated selfstarter.
  • Thorough and methodical approach.
  • Displays integrity in all interactions.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure.
  • Proactive and expert time manager.
  • Highly professional with a positive attitude.

What You Will Get in Return

  • Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
  • Generous holiday allowance (rising with service).
  • Option to buy extra holidays.
  • Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday.
  • Group pension.
  • Annual salary review each January.
  • Life assurance of 2x annual salary.
  • Christmas shutdown.
  • Early finish on Fridays.
  • Personal accident insurance.
  • Free onsite parking.
  • Employee assistance programme.
  • Training and progression opportunities.
  • Familyrun and wellestablished, secure company (trading over 80 years).
  • Open door policy.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Employee referral scheme.
  • Benefits scheme (discounted retailers).
  • Corporate eyecare scheme through Specsavers.
  • Direct communication with MD/CEO and staff satisfaction surveys.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

Required Criteria

  • Experience of plumbing, joinery or electrical (would suit a handyperson)
  • Able to multi task and prioritise busy workload

Desired Criteria
Experience in cabin fitting is a distinct advantage

Skills Needed

About The Company

Why Build Your Career with Wernick Group?

Rich Heritage, Progressive Future:
As a family-owned and operated business since our inception, we blend traditional values with a forward-looking approach. This unique combination ensures a work environment that respects legacy while embracing the future.

Diverse Opportunities:

Our expansive operations, with 40 centres across 36 UK locations, offer a vast array of roles and career paths in the public and private sectors.

From modular building solutions to off-grid power, your professional journey can be as dynamic and varied as our services.

Commitment to Excellence:
At Wernick, excellence isn't just a goal; it's our way of life.

We pride ourselves on providing outstanding product quality and service, creating an environment where your work directly contributes to customer satisfaction and business success.


Continuous Investment in People:
We believe in nurturing talent from within.

Through ongoing training and development opportunities, we invest in your future, ensuring that your career at Wernick is not just a job, but a journey of growth and learning.


Simplicity and Efficiency:

Our business model is streamlined to reduce bureaucracy, enabling you to work in an environment that values decisiveness and efficiency.

This approach allows you to focus on what you do best, without unnecessary complications.

Environmental and Social Responsibility:
We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring a safe, positive working environment. Working with us means being part of a team that cares for the planet and its people.

Company Culture

Clear path to progression:
We believe everyone should have a clear path on how they can progress. That's why we have deve

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