Yard Operative

Yard Operative
Location: Northampton
Salary: £28,000 per annum
Hours: Monday – Thursday, 8:00am – 5:00pm | Friday – 4:00pm finish
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Interviews: 20th November 2026
Start Date: Following successful interview

ACS Staffing Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a well-established business for a reliable and hardworking Yard Operative to join their team in Northampton.

This is a hands-on, outdoor role working within a busy yard environment, where you will play an important part in preparing equipment for customer orders, processing returned stock and ensuring the yard remains safe, organised and efficient.

Full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience in a yard, warehouse, depot or similar practical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Picking, checking and preparing equipment against customer orders.
• Loading and unloading vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Counting and checking returned equipment, recording any shortages or damage.
• Cleaning, inspecting and sorting returned equipment.
• Identifying damaged items and ensuring they are separated for repair or quarantine.
• Maintaining accurate stock records and keeping equipment stored correctly.
• Operating forklifts to move, load and unload stock (where licensed).
• Assisting with stock checks and general yard housekeeping.
• Keeping the yard clean, tidy and organised.
• Communicating effectively with colleagues, drivers and management regarding orders, stock issues and delays.
• Following all health and safety procedures and wearing the appropriate PPE.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience working within a yard, warehouse, depot or similar environment.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to count and check stock accurately.
• A reliable, punctual and hardworking attitude.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• The ability to undertake manual handling and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to complete paperwork accurately.
• A flexible approach to working hours, including occasional overtime when required.

Desirable but not essential:

• A valid forklift licence (RTITB or equivalent).
• Previous experience handling construction equipment.
• Basic equipment maintenance or repair experience.
• A Slinger Signaller qualification.

Full training will be provided, and candidates without a forklift licence will be considered if they are willing to undertake training.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £28,000 per annum.
• Monday to Thursday, 8:00am – 5:00pm.
• Friday finish at 4:00pm.
• Full-time, permanent employment.
• Full training and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to join an established and supportive team.

Interview & Start Dates

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Friday 20th November 2026, with the successful candidate expected to start shortly afterwards.

Apply Today

If you're practical, reliable and enjoy working in a hands-on environment, Gabriella from ACS Staffing Solutions would love to hear from you. Please send your updated CV to