Yard Operative
| Company: | The Best Connection Group Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.34 to £13.34 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Caversham, RG4 8ND |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 11 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 11 Oct 2026 |
Summary
The Best Connection Reading is currently recruiting a
Yard Operative to join a reputable and well-established builders' merchant based in
Caversham.
This role is offered on a
temporary-to-permanent basis, providing an excellent opportunity for someone seeking long-term employment, job security, and progression within a respected company. If you enjoy hands-on work, being part of a close-knit team, and working in an active outdoor environment, this could be the ideal role for you.
Location
Caversham
Pay & Working Hours
Pay Rate: £13.34 per hour
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Hours: 7:00am - 4:30pm
Breaks: 1-hour unpaid lunch break
This role offers consistent weekday hours, allowing for a healthy work-life balance with no weekend work required.
Role Overview & Responsibilities
As a Yard Operative, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operations of the yard, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. Your responsibilities will include:
- Working outdoors in all weather conditions, supporting daily yard operations
- Providing a high level of customer service by assisting customers with queries and orders
- Receiving deliveries and accurately logging all incoming goods
- Supporting stock checks and ensuring inventory is correctly recorded
- Checking goods for accuracy and quality before loading
- Safely loading and unloading materials, ensuring correct handling procedures are followed
- Maintaining a clean, tidy, and well-organised yard environment
- Adhering to all health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working site for staff and customers
- FLT Counter balance needed.
This is a varied and active role where no two days are the same.
Candidate Requirements
We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual who takes pride in their work. The ideal candidate will:
- Be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Be physically fit and capable of lifting
- Have a strong work ethic and excellent attention to detail
- Be dependable, punctual, and committed to their role
- Enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Have a proactive, can-do attitude and be willing to learn
25kg+
Previous experience in a yard, warehouse, or builders' merchant environment is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided.
Why Join This Role?
- Opportunity to secure a
- Clear routes for
- Ongoing
- Friendly, supportive, and experienced team environment
- A stable role within a well-established and respected company
permanent position after a successful temporary period
career progression within the business
training and development to support your growth
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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