Russell Taylor Group
Yard Operative / Driver
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We are seeking a reliable and practical Yard Person / Delivery Driver to join an established team. This is a varied, hands-on role combining yard duties, manual work and driving, with responsibility for supporting machinery and parts deliveries and maintaining the depot.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely load, unload and secure machinery for transportation.
- Drive vehicles including 3.5T flatbed vans to collect and deliver machinery, parts and goods.
- Carry out general grounds maintenance, including mowing, strimming and leaf blowing.
- Complete vehicle inspections and basic maintenance checks.
- Support the stores team with stock movements and organisation.
- Complete delivery paperwork and maintain accurate records.
- Carry out basic assembly tasks, such as building wheelbarrows.
- Assist customers with purchases and horticultural machinery repairs.
- Maintain high standards of health and safety at all times.
- Carry out general yard maintenance including painting, drain clearance and sweeping.
- Work independently while supporting the wider team as required.
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Requirements
- Full UK driving licence.
- Previous delivery, driving or yard-based experience.
- Trailer towing experience; relevant licence entitlement preferred.
- Good understanding of safe loading, unloading and securing practices.
- Physically fit and comfortable carrying out manual work outdoors.
- Good communication and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility to accommodate occasional early starts or late finishes.
- Experience within horticultural, agricultural or construction sectors is desirable.
- Forklift licence or other relevant qualifications are desirable.
- Good geographical knowledge of East and West Sussex is advantageous.
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