Yard Operative

2 weeks ago

Saint Ives, United Kingdom Arena Event Group Services Full time

**Arena provides temporary event services, designing and delivering complete environments for the most prestigious sporting, commercial and cultural occasions in the global calendar. With over 250 years of experience, we have worked in partnership with iconic events including the US Open Championship, Formula E, The Jockey Club, Korea’s Presidents Cup, the London 2012 and Rio 2016 Olympics and Her Majesty The Queen’s 90th birthday celebrations, to name just a few.**

We are currently looking for a capable individuals to join our growing Yard, Warehouse & Woodshed teams on a permanent basis. The role will primarily involve assisting with the preparation of construction kit to be sent to site on time and in required quantities. Depending on the team, this preparation can include painting and sanding wooden kit, picking/sorting kit and loading / unloading the lorries.

The core working hours are 42.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, however there is frequent opportunities for overtime on weekends. The starting rate is £10.30 per hour, any hours worked in excess of the core hours are paid with a different overtime rate.

The kit is stored both inside and in an open yard, so work can often require being outside.

Working clothes and PPE will be provided.

Skills and Experience required:
- Accuracy and attention to detail when picking the kit.
- Physically fit - the work requires a lot of manual handling and lifting
- Willing to work in all weather conditions
- Counterbalance FLT experience is desired / licence preferred
- Good level of English language
- A disciplined person, good timekeeping is important
- Living locally to the St Ives / Huntingdon area

We look forward to hearing from you

Arena is a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant and is committed to provide additional support for those leaving care by offering them employment opportunities, mentoring and pastoral support.

**Benefits for a Yard Operative**
- **Cashback Healthcare Scheme**:

- **Cycle to Work Scheme**:

- **25 days of holidays + bank holidays**:

- **24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline**:

- **Long Service Awards**:

- **Discounts and cashback deals through our partner portal.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From £10.30 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Licence/Certification:

- Counterbalance Forklift Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: One location

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