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Yard Operative
We're currently recruiting a Yard Operative to work as part of our team at our Rochford Operation Centre SS4 1NB.
You’ll be working from Monday to Friday, with no bank holiday working, so you’ll benefit from a great work-life balance and have more time to yourself.
Our Yard Operatives are a dedicated team that are crucial to our operation, who love working outside in all weathers and have a passion for vehicles and working with cars. Our team consistently and promptly respond to customer requests and complete service orders to deadlines. They ensure that vehicles are stored and maintained in line with customer and company standards and operate a handheld device to take images of vehicles.
The salary for this position is £27,976 per annum.
What skills do you need to have?
- Full driving licence
- Proven experience in using plant, forklift loaders/shovels
- Excellent customer service
- Great communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong attention to detail
- Confident in the use of handheld devices, with experience in the use of basic IT applications
- Be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Happy to work outside, in all weather conditions
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What we offer you in return:
- Time For You: Relax with 23 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and an extra day for a personal special occasion.
- Give Back: Receive a paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice.
- Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan, allowing you to claim cash back on a range of healthcare products and services including dental, optical, chiropody, and specialist consultations, tests, and scans and Virtual GP access.
- Your Future: Join our contributory workplace pension scheme for financial security.
- Investment: Purchase shares in our global company at a discounted rate.
- Fitness & Health: Save money while commuting with our Cycle to Work Scheme and access fitness videos and gym discounts.
- Life Assurance: Enjoy peace of mind with our life insurance coverage.
- Exclusive Discounts: Access our deals hub for savings on everyday purchases and family activities.
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This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references.
Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications. At Copart, we are focused on harnessing the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. By embracing diverse perspectives, we open doors to innovation and unleash the full potential of our team. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels appreciated, included, and inspired to grow and contribute meaningfully.
At Copart we connect auto buyers and sellers around the world using patented, industry-leading virtual bidding technology. We invite our employees to share their innovative ideas and bring new products and processes to life. Every day offers a chance to be an owner at Copart.
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