Network Plus

Maintains, builds, and delivers utility infrastructure

Yard Operative

Inventory Control & Cycle CountingUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeWorsley, Manchester, UK£12.71 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Good computer skills to use sign-making software for producing specific road signs.
Ability to follow company policies and procedures.
A telehandler licence is preferred, not required.
A full UK driving licence.
Basic handyman skills.
Computer literacy and basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

Take overall responsibility for movements within the yard and stores, ensuring the depot runs efficiently and smoothly while maintaining company procedures and policies.
Prepare equipment in advance for all planned work jobs and report any shortfalls.
Direct operatives to work in the depot when they have downtime during the day.
Monitor battery charging and battery quantities, and record and report these to the manager.
Carry out weekly stock checks to maintain appropriate kit levels.
Report equipment shortages as needed.
Monitor and issue personal protective equipment, and record and report levels to the manager.
Ensure plant and equipment are in full working order and carry out minor maintenance when necessary.
Maintain a safe working environment by regularly checking the depot for hazards.
Keep the yard and stores clean and tidy.
Maintain security of the yard and stores, monitoring secured areas daily.
Optimize space in the yard and stores.

Desired Qualifications

A telehandler licence.

As a Yard Operative, you will have ultimate responsibility for everything that moves within your yard and stores. The role is to ensure efficiency and smooth running in the depot which in turns gives efficiency and compliance on sites whilst maintaining the company procedures and policies.

Good computer skills to allow you to utilise the sign making software for the production of Specific road signs.
Ensure that all planned work jobs have their required equipment prepicked in advance of the works, and report any shortfalls.
Capable of putting operatives to work in the depot when they have dead time through the day.
Monitor Battery Charging, Monitor battery quantities, and record and report to their manager.
Carry out weekly stock checks to ensure that kit levels are kept on top of.
Report shortages of equipment as and when needed.
Monitor PPE levels, Issue PPE and record and report to their manager.
Ensure that all plant and equipment is in full working order, where necessary to carry out minor maintenance of this equipment
Ensure a safe working environment; walking the depot regularly to check all areas are safe and free of any potential hazards.
Ensure that the yard / stores areas are kept clean and tidy at all times.
Keep security of the yard / stores to the highest level, ensuring Secured areas are monitored daily.
Ensure that space in the yards / stores areas are optimised
Must be able to follow company Policies and Procedures.

Excellent organisational skills
Telehandler licence (Preferable)
Full UK Driving licence
Basic Handyman Skills
Computer literate
Good communication
Basic computer knowledge

About the Company

Network Plus

Maintains, builds, and delivers utility infrastructure

Network Plus provides utility and infrastructure services across the UK, supporting the maintenance, construction, and delivery of essential services in sectors such as wastewater, power, local infrastructure, gas, telecoms, and water. It delivers end-to-end solutions for infrastructure projects, handling planning, design, construction, and ongoing maintenance, with revenue generated mainly through long-term contracts with clients like local authorities and large utility companies. The company differentiates itself through a strong emphasis on safety, efficiency, and the adoption of new technologies and methods to improve service delivery on large-scale projects that require specialized equipment and expertise. Its goal is to ensure critical infrastructure remains reliable and efficient, supporting sustainable operations and long-term client relationships.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Salford, United Kingdom
Founded: 2000

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