Yard Operative/handyperson

2 weeks ago

Kent, United Kingdom Wernick Group Limited Full time
Job Description

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 first-class customer service.

  • Enthusiastic team player.

  • Motivated self-starter.

  • 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.

  • Family-run and well-established, 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.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We look forward to receiving your application and thank you for your interest in our company.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

Any unsolicited CVs will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as ‘gifts’ and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy, we will contact you.

Thank you for your interest in working for our company

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

 

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 developed the Wernick Way Forward, a personal development plan catered to each employee.

With the Wernick Way Forward, we provide a roadmap that outlines clear and achievable steps for employees to follow in order to reach their career goals.

Trainee programmes: Start your career with one of our trainee programmes. These are designed to help you develop and grow in our business and offer an advance career progression.

The Trainee Yard Operative Programme offers individuals the opportunity to develop their skills and work as a Yard Operative at one of our Hire depots. Engage in hands-on experience as you become a member of our team.

The Graduate Training Programme opens doors to explore every aspect of the company. Gain valuable insights, mentorship and the tools needed to excel as a leader within our company.

Training and development: Feel confident in your role and enjoy what you do. We recognise the need to invest in training and development.

By offering a range of training days/courses for our team we want to create an environment where you can move towards your career goals. We make sure that everyone who works with us has the resources they need to learn and develop their roles. We value mentoring and offer clear routes for career progression.

Desired Criteria

  • Experience in cabin fitting is a distinct advantage

Required Criteria

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

Closing DateWednesday 31st July, 2024

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