Yard Operative

6 days ago


Gateshead, United Kingdom Danzer Full time

Wernick Hire, the UK's largest and longest standing National provider of permanent and temporary Modular Buildings and Site Accommodation, currently have an opportunity for a talented individual to join their team as a Yard Operative/ Handy person Joiner at our depot in Dunston, Newcastle Upon Tyne.

Established since 1934, The Wernick Group continue to be a family run and owned company who have more than doubled their profits in the last 5 years. We believe that our success has been driven by the quality and dedication of our workforce. Our business is full of people with enthusiasm and vision coupled with friendliness and a real can-do spirit.

The Yard Operative/Handy person Joiner is responsible for processing instructions received from the Yard Foreman as requested, ensuring quality, safety, security, and minimising wastage. To be successful in this role ideally experience in joinery, plumbing or electrical work is essential.

Your main attribute is your willingness to learn and your attitude.You will have excellent time management skills, with the ability to juggle a busy workload and remain calm under pressure. Being an enthusiastic team player with a commitment to offering first class customer service is essential.

**We would also like this person to visit site to carry out repairs/ maintenance so a UK driving license is essential for the role.**

Important Information
- Location: Wernick Hire - Dunston, Wellington Road, Gateshead, England, Tyne and Wear, NE11 9JL
- Date Posted: 7th March 2024
- Closing Date: 29th March 2024
- Industry: land / Property and Construction
- Job Type: Full time
- Salary: Based on Experience

**About the role**:
**Key Responsibilities**
- Cleaning, painting and general maintenance to cabins / buildings as instructed
- Site visits to carry out repairs as required
- Ensure all furniture is checked on return to the yard, removed from cabins and put back into storage
- Keep 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 Joinery is essential and if you have plumbing and basic electrics, this would be a distinct advantage.
- Able to multi task and prioritise busy workload
- Ability to drive a FLT, coupled with the above skills would be an advantage or the willingness to take a course and learn to drive one.
- A CSCS card would also be an advantage, but not essential.

**Key Attributes**
- Committed to offering first class Customer Service.
- An enthusiastic team player.
- Motivated self-starter.
- Thorough, methodical approach.
- Displays integrity in all interactions.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Proactive
- Expert time manager
- Highly professional, 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
- Christmas Shutdown
- Overtime available
- Annual Salary review - takes place each January
- Life Assurance 2 x annual salary
- Personal Accident Insurance
- Free onsite parking
- Employee assistance programme
- Training and progression opportunities
- Family run and well established, secure company (trading over 80 years)
- Open door policy
- Employee Referral scheme
- Benefits scheme (discounted retailers’ scheme)
- Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers
- Message the MD/CEO/Staff Satisfaction Survey

**We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company.**

**IMPORTANT - POLITE NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES**:
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 39 per week

What you will need

Required criteria
- Able to multi task and prioritise busy workload
- Experience in Joinery is essential and if you have plumbing and basic electrics, this would be a distinct advantage

Desired criteria
- Experience in cabin fitting is a distinct advantage
- CSCS Card
- Ability to drive a FLT, coupled with the above skills would be an advantage or the willingness to take a course and learn to drive one.

**Our benefits**:
**Your Future with the Wernick Group**

At Wernick, you're more than an employee; you're a vital part of a team that’s building the future of construction. Join us in our journey of continuous innovation and commitment to quality, and let's be 'Altogether Stronger'.

**Vacation, Paid time off**:
**Retirement plan and/or pension**:
**Employee development programs**:
**Employee discounts**:
**Free parking**:
**Referral bonus**:
**Competitive salary**:
**Life insurance**:
**Long service recognition**:
**Employee Assistance Scheme**:
**Wellbeing Scheme**:
**Work With Charities**:
**Social Opportunities**:
**Annual Rise**:
**Profit Share**:
**Employee Recognition Scheme


  • Yard Operative

    2 weeks ago


    Gateshead, United Kingdom Wernick Group Full time

    Wernick Group - Wernick Hire - Dunston- Gateshead**Yard Operative**: Wernick Hire, the UK's largest and longest standing National provider of permanent and temporary Modular Buildings and Site Accommodation, is looking for a talented individual to join their team as a Yard Operative at one of our nationwide depots. Established since 1934, and celebrating 90...

  • Yard Operative

    2 weeks ago


    Gateshead, 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, is looking for a talented individual to join their team as a Yard Operative at one of our nationwide depots. Established since 1934, and celebrating 90 years of successful trading, the Wernick Group continue to be a...

  • Yard Operative

    4 days ago


    Gateshead, 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, currently have an opportunity for a talented individual to join their team as a Yard Operative/ Handy person Joiner at our depot in Dunston, Newcastle Upon Tyne. Established since 1934, The Wernick Group continue to be a...

  • Yard Operative

    2 weeks ago


    Gateshead, United Kingdom Danzer Full time

    Wernick Hire, the UK's largest and longest standing National provider of permanent and temporary Modular Buildings and Site Accommodation, is looking for a talented individual to join their team as a Yard Operative at one of our nationwide depots. Established since 1934, and celebrating 90 years of successful trading, the Wernick Group continue to be a...


  • Gateshead, United Kingdom Interaction Recruitment Full time

    **Forklift Driver/Yard Operative - Gateshead** We have an excellent opportunity for a yard operative in a high paced factory in Gateshead. Your main responsibilities will be keeping the yard tidy and operational throughout the day. You will be required to keep stock and keep the factory floor/surrounding areas tidy ensuring a well organised working...

  • Yard Operative

    4 days ago


    Gateshead, United Kingdom Wernick Group Full time

    Wernick Group - Wernick Hire - Dunston- Gateshead**Yard Operative (Joiner)**: Wernick Hire, the UK's largest and longest standing National provider of permanent and temporary Modular Buildings and Site Accommodation, currently have an opportunity for a talented individual to join their team as a Yard Operative/ Handy person Joiner at our depot in Dunston,...

  • Yard Labourer

    4 weeks ago


    Gateshead, United Kingdom atkinson skip hire ltd Full time

    Job Overview: We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Yard Worker to join our team. As a Yard Worker, you will be responsible for performing various tasks to ensure the efficient operation of our yard. This is a physically demanding role that requires attention to detail and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. **Duties**: - Load...

  • Yard Labourer

    2 days ago


    Gateshead, United Kingdom atkinson skip hire ltd Full time

    Job Overview: We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Yard Worker to join our team. As a Yard Worker, you will be responsible for performing various tasks to ensure the efficient operation of our yard. This is a physically demanding role that requires attention to detail and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. **Duties**: - Load...


  • Gateshead, 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, is looking for a talented individual to join their team as a Yard Operative /Joiner at one of our nationwide depots. Established since 1934, and celebrating 90 years of successful trading, the Wernick Group continue to...

  • Yard Operative/joiner

    2 weeks ago


    Gateshead, United Kingdom Danzer Full time

    Wernick Hire, the UK's largest and longest standing National provider of permanent and temporary Modular Buildings and Site Accommodation, is looking for a talented individual to join their team as a Yard Operative /Joiner at one of our nationwide depots. Established since 1934, and celebrating 90 years of successful trading, the Wernick Group continue to...


  • Gateshead, United Kingdom Huws Gray Full time

    We are looking for a **Yard Operative/Relief HGV Drv** to join us at **Huws Gray Gateshead!** If you’re in the trade or have ever tackled a home improvement project, you’ve probably heard of us. We’re the Huws Gray Group and we’re made up of a number of brands, including Huws Gray, Hirebase, Civils & Lintels, The Timber Group, PDM, NDI and Anglia...

  • Yard Labourer

    2 weeks ago


    Gateshead, Gateshead, United Kingdom atkinson skip hire ltd Full time

    Job Overview:We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Yard Worker to join our team. As a Yard Worker, you will be responsible for performing various tasks to ensure the efficient operation of our yard. This is a physically demanding role that requires attention to detail and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.Duties: Load and unload...


  • Gateshead, Gateshead, United Kingdom Huws Gray Full time

    We are looking for a Yard Operative/Relief HGV Drv to join us at Huws Gray GatesheadIf you're in the trade or have ever tackled a home improvement project, you've probably heard of us. We're the Huws Gray Group and we're made up of a number of brands, including Huws Gray, Hirebase, Civils & Lintels, The Timber Group, PDM, NDI and Anglia Tool Centre to name a...

  • Yard Operative

    4 weeks ago


    Gateshead, United Kingdom 3PL Recruitment Full time

    JPM Logistics are looking for a full time Yard Operative to join the team at their Gateshead hub located in the Team Valley Trading Estate. Working in partnership with The Modern Milkman, JPM Logistics provides a multi drop delivery service, delivering fresh milk and groceries 6 nights a week to households across the North East. As part of this fast paced...

  • Yard Operative

    4 weeks ago


    Gateshead, United Kingdom JPM Logistics Ltd Full time

    JPM Logistics are looking for a full time Yard Operative to join the team at their Gateshead hub located in the Team Valley Trading Estate. Working in partnership with The Modern Milkman, JPM Logistics provides a multi drop delivery service, delivering fresh milk and groceries 6 nights a week to households across the North East. As part of this fast paced...

  • Yard Operative/joiner

    2 weeks ago


    Gateshead, Gateshead, 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, is looking for a talented individual to join their team as a Yard Operative /Joiner at one of our nationwide depots.Established since 1934, and celebrating 90 years of successful trading, the Wernick Group continue to be...


  • Gateshead, United Kingdom Wernick Hire Full time

    **About Wernick Hire**: Wernick Hire is the UK's largest and longest-standing national provider of permanent and temporary modular buildings and site accommodation. Established in 1934, The Wernick Group remains 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...


  • Gateshead, United Kingdom Wernick Group Limited Full time

    Job DescriptionAbout Wernick HireWernick Hire is the UK's largest and longest-standing national provider of permanent and temporary modular buildings and site accommodation. Established in 1934, The Wernick Group remains 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...


  • Gateshead, United Kingdom Wernick Group Limited Full time

    Job DescriptionAbout Wernick HireWernick Hire is the UK's largest and longest-standing national provider of permanent and temporary modular buildings and site accommodation. Established in 1934, The Wernick Group remains 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...


  • Gateshead, United Kingdom One Way or Another Ltd Full time

    **Job purpose** To be part of a stores, yard and waste team providing materials collection/delivery service and a waste transfer facility for Repairs and Maintenance of Housing, Schools & public buildings, Construction Major Works and Highways. To safely operate a Telehandler and Forklift ( Manitou/ FLT/ Telehandler licenses are not essential - trainng can...