Yard Labourer
Reports to: Yard Foreman
Hours: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: South East Depot
Salary: Competitive
Job Purpose
This is an excellent entry level opportunity to work with the largest privately owned generator specialist in the UK. You will support the Yard Foreman and the Rental team ensuring all goods in & out are processed in a timely manner whilst also maintaining high standards of housekeeping in the yard. Although this is mainly a depot-based role, you may have to attend customer sites occasionally.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide general assistance in the yard and workshop, including loading and offloading equipment.
- Ensuring both inbound ant outbound vehicles are loaded with the correct equipment and in a timely manner
- Work autonomously to ensure general housekeeping is kept inline with company QHES policies and procedures.
- Drive fork lift in yard as required, once training has been given.
- Obtain hours and fuel levels of all generators returned by customers or Power Electrics own transport.
- Document & report damaged equipment to the yard Foreman.
- Assist in overall upkeep and appearance of the depot’s Rental fleet.
- When required, drive company vehicles to collect/deliver parts and any essential equipment, once training has been given.
- Comply with the Company Health & Safety Policy, including carrying out general housekeeping to ensure work areas are tidy.
- Comply with all aspect of the company ISO 9001:2015 procedures, proactively contributing to the company’s continuous improvement programme.
Skills & Experience
- Driving Licence
- Forklift Truck Licence
- Previous experience of working in a workshop/warehouse environment
- Holder of CSCS / NPORS card (Desirable)
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Have a flexible approach to work as the needs of the business dictate.
What we offer
- EOT Bonus Scheme – benefit from the company's success by receiving a share of its profits.
- Training, upskilling, and career progression
- Holiday Buy & Sell Scheme
- Company pension scheme
- Private medical scheme – Power Electrics policy is that nobody should pay more than £100 excess
- Life assurance scheme with access to healthcare support and counselling services
- 23 days holiday (plus bank holidays) – increasing with length of service up to 28 days
- Cycle to Work Scheme – tax-efficient bike purchase program
- Employee Referral Scheme – earn rewards for referring qualified candidates
Overtime Rates
| Days | Time | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 12am to 4am | Double Time |
| Monday to Friday | 8am to 5pm | Standard Time |
| Monday to Friday | 5pm to Midnight | Time and Half |
| Saturdays | 12am to 4am | Double Time |
| Saturdays | 4am to Midnight | Time and Half |
| Sundays & Bank Holidays | All hours | Double Time |
Our philosophy
At Power Electrics, we welcome a variety of cultures, experiences, and backgrounds. We ensure that all management decisions made regarding employment are done with fairness and without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We are solely committed to adhering to the principles of equal and inclusive employment.
Due to the nature of our work, DBS checks are required, and any offer is dependent on satisfactory references being obtained.
All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.K.
NO AGENCIES
To apply forward your CV and covering letter to recruitment@powerelectrics.com
If you do not hear from us within two working weeks, then your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Join Our Employee-Owned Team
Whether you are based in the depot, on the road, or in the office, our people are at the heart of everything we do. If you are ready to grow your career with us and share in our success, we'd love to hear from you. Please complete the form and attach your CV to apply.