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Yardman

Company:Vector Recruitment Solutions
Salary:£17 - £17
Hours:Full-time
Location:West Sussex, RH12 1AE
Job type:Permanent
Posting date:18 Jul 2026
Closing date:16 Aug 2026
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Summary

Yardman

Location: Horsham

Salary: £16.50 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Are you an experienced Yardman, Yard Operative or Yard Person looking for a stable role with a growing specialist contractor?

Vector Recruitment Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our client for a reliable and hardworking Yardman to support the day-to-day running of a busy operational yard in Horsham. This is a hands-on role where you'll help ensure vehicles, plant, equipment and materials are ready to support major utilities projects.

If you enjoy working in a busy yard environment and take pride in keeping operations running efficiently, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

Working as part of the operational support team, you will be responsible for:

- Maintaining a safe, clean and organised yard

- Loading and unloading vehicles, equipment and materials

- Preparing plant, tools and equipment ready for site teams

- Carrying out routine inspections of vehicles, plant and equipment, reporting any defects

- Managing stock levels of materials, consumables and PPE

- Assisting with deliveries, collections and the mobilisation of site teams

- Supporting vehicle servicing schedules and maintaining accurate records

- Operating forklifts and other yard equipment where qualified

- Ensuring all work is carried out in line with Health & Safety procedures

Requirements:

- Previous experience as a Yardman, Yard Operative, Warehouse Operative or in a similar role

- A strong understanding of Health & Safety and safe working practices

- The ability to carry out manual handling and physical work

- Good organisational skills and attention to detail

- A positive attitude and willingness to support operational teams

- Full UK driving licence (preferred)

Desirable:

- Forklift licence

- Experience within the drainage, utilities, construction or infrastructure sectors

What's on Offer?

- £16.50 per hour

- Permanent, full-time position

- Pension scheme and company benefits

- Ongoing training and development

If you're an experienced Yardman or Yard Operative looking to join a successful and expanding business, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Lauren at Vector Recruitment Solutions on 01737 452505 for a confidential discussion.

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