Keystone Group
Yard Operative
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About The Role
Keystone Lintels is looking for a reliable and hardworking Yard Operative to join our team. This is a hands-on role within our yard, supporting the smooth and efficient movement, storage and preparation of lintels and materials.
You’ll be part of a busy team where safety, quality and teamwork are key. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and be comfortable working in a physically demanding environment.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Loading and unloading deliveries safely and efficiently
- Moving and organising stock and materials around the yard
- Preparing lintels and products for customer orders and dispatch
- Keeping the yard clean, tidy and well organised
- Checking products and materials before dispatch
- Supporting the wider yard and production team as required
- Following all company health and safety procedures
- Operating yard equipment safely following appropriate training
What You’ll Need To Succeed
- A strong work ethic and a reliable approach to work
- Good attention to detail
- The ability to work well as part of a team
- Good communication skills
- A willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities
- Previous experience in a yard, warehouse, construction or manufacturing environment would be an advantage, but full training will be provided for the right candidate
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What We’re Looking For
- Reliable and punctual
- Hardworking with a positive attitude
- Strong team player
- Good attention to detail
- Safety-conscious approach to work
- Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
- Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Good communication skills
- Able to follow instructions and work independently
- Previous yard, warehouse, construction or manufacturing experience is desirable
- Forklift experience/certification would be an advantage
- Willingness to learn and develop within the role
What We Offer
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- A supportive, values-driven and inclusive working environment
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- 2 days annual leave, increasing with service
- Pension
- Life Assurance
- Healthcare Cashback Plan
- Enhanced Family Friendly policies
- Additional employee benefits including, access to our Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Discount Scheme, Employee Recognition awards, Employee Assistance Programme.
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A Bit About Us
For more than three decades, the Keystone Group has grown to become one of the UK and Ireland’s largest family-owned construction product manufacturers. Driven by a relentless focus on innovation and customer excellence, the Group employs over 2,000 employees across 28 sites, supplying cutting-edge building solutions to growing markets in the UK & Ireland, Europe, Australia and North America. Its portfolio includes market-leading brands in the steel, light & environmental and timber sectors.
Keystone Lintels is part of Keystone Group and is proud to lead the way in steel lintel design, production and service. Keystone Lintels has dedicated technical teams that provide customers with solutions for their complex project needs. Production facilities in Derbyshire, England and Cookstown, Northern Ireland enable Keystone Lintels to provide a fast and efficient service to its extensive network of merchant partners across the UK and Ireland.
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