General Workshop & Logistics Operative

Job ID

45804

Date

1 June 2026

Job Family

• Supply Chain

Type of contract

• Permanent

, Permanent

Job Summary

The General Operative is responsible for the efficient, safe, and organized management of the Internal / external yard area. This role involves general laboring, inventory organization, loading/unloading vehicles, operating yard equipment, and maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and safety across the site. Reporting to the Workshop Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Yard Maintenance and Organization:
• Maintain the yard area in a clean, tidy, and orderly condition, ensuring all materials, equipment, and stock are stored correctly and safely.
• Conduct routine checks for hazards and report any maintenance or repair needs promptly.
• Manage waste and recycling operations within the yard.

• Logistics and Inventory:
• Assist with the accurate loading and unloading of delivery vehicles using appropriate equipment (e.g., forklift, pallet truck).
• Ensure incoming and outgoing stock is correctly counted, checked against manifests, and documented.
• Prepare and stage materials and products for dispatch or for use by other departments.
• Carry out regular stock checks and report discrepancies to the supervisor.

• Equipment Operation:
• Safely and competently operate relevant yard machinery, such as forklifts, telehandlers, or other mobile plant equipment (where licensed).
• Perform pre-use checks and basic maintenance on all assigned equipment.

• Safety and Compliance:
• Adhere strictly to all company health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Ensure all working practices comply with legal requirements and operational standards.

• General Duties:
• Assist with general laboring tasks as required across the site.
• Support workshop and logistics teams.

Requirements And Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a yard, logistics, warehouse, or similar outdoor/industrial environment is preferred however not essential.
• Valid certification or license to operate a counterbalance or reach forklift is highly desirable however not essential.
• Strong commitment to safety and awareness of hazard recognition.
• Physically fit and capable of heavy lifting and manual labor in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills for completing documentation and checking manifests.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible approach to working hours.

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Location(s)

• United Kingdom - Verwood

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