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Yard Operative

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Posted on Jul 6, 2026 by CV-Library
Green Lane, Warwickshire, Warwickshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£27k - £30k Annual
Full-Time
Yard Operative - Redditch, Worcestershire
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
Starting Salary: £30,000 per annum

About the Company

Our client is a fast-growing organisation within the HVAC hire industry, recently recognised as one of the UK's top privately owned, founder-led businesses. They specialise in providing rapid, reliable temporary heating and cooling solutions to commercial and industrial clients nationwide. Their mission is simple: to keep customers operational and protected during critical equipment failures.
This is an excellent time to join a forward-thinking, ambitious business where career development is at the forefront.

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a Yard Operative to join the operations team at the Redditch depot. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start or advance their career in the HVAC industry. The role comes with clear progression opportunities into a Trainee Engineer position, supported by structured training and professional development.
You'll gain valuable hands-on experience alongside industry professionals, working both within the depot and occasionally on customer sites across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

Accurately prepare picking lists and ensure stock is correctly allocated and maintained.

Manage returned assets, offloading and allocating them within the yard.

Keep up-to-date stock records, reporting shortages and opportunities for transfers.

Take full ownership of the yard-ensuring it is safe, clean, organised, and well-maintained.

Implement effective organisational systems to maximise efficiency.

Support engineers with servicing and maintenance of commercial boiler equipment.

Carry out pre-delivery inspections (PDIs) to assess equipment condition.

Contribute ideas to improve yard operations, health and safety, and efficiency.

Travel occasionally with engineers to assist with installations and servicing.

Ideal Candidate

This role is perfect for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who enjoys working independently, takes pride in high standards, and has a genuine interest in developing technical skills.
Requirements:

Full UK Driving Licence

Live within 30 minutes of Redditch

Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional emergency callouts and overnight stays

Motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn

Forklift experience (training can be provided)

Willing to undertake a DBS check

Comfortable with physically and mentally demanding tasks

Career Development

The company is committed to investing in its people. For the right candidate, training and certification opportunities may include:

CSCS Certification

Health & Safety Training

NVQ in Heating & Ventilation

Gas Safe Training

OFTEC Certification (Oil)

Benefits

Company bonus scheme

Life cover and private healthcare (for you and your family)

Company events

Cycle to work scheme

Free eye tests

Pension scheme

Up to 25 days' holiday + public holidaysCalibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business

Reference: 225334192

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Yard Operative

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Posted on Jul 6, 2026 by CV-Library

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Green Lane, Warwickshire, Warwickshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£27k - £30k Annual
Full-Time
Yard Operative - Redditch, Worcestershire
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
Starting Salary: £30,000 per annum

About the Company

Our client is a fast-growing organisation within the HVAC hire industry, recently recognised as one of the UK's top privately owned, founder-led businesses. They specialise in providing rapid, reliable temporary heating and cooling solutions to commercial and industrial clients nationwide. Their mission is simple: to keep customers operational and protected during critical equipment failures.
This is an excellent time to join a forward-thinking, ambitious business where career development is at the forefront.

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a Yard Operative to join the operations team at the Redditch depot. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start or advance their career in the HVAC industry. The role comes with clear progression opportunities into a Trainee Engineer position, supported by structured training and professional development.
You'll gain valuable hands-on experience alongside industry professionals, working both within the depot and occasionally on customer sites across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

Accurately prepare picking lists and ensure stock is correctly allocated and maintained.

Manage returned assets, offloading and allocating them within the yard.

Keep up-to-date stock records, reporting shortages and opportunities for transfers.

Take full ownership of the yard-ensuring it is safe, clean, organised, and well-maintained.

Implement effective organisational systems to maximise efficiency.

Support engineers with servicing and maintenance of commercial boiler equipment.

Carry out pre-delivery inspections (PDIs) to assess equipment condition.

Contribute ideas to improve yard operations, health and safety, and efficiency.

Travel occasionally with engineers to assist with installations and servicing.

Ideal Candidate

This role is perfect for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who enjoys working independently, takes pride in high standards, and has a genuine interest in developing technical skills.
Requirements:

Full UK Driving Licence

Live within 30 minutes of Redditch

Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional emergency callouts and overnight stays

Motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn

Forklift experience (training can be provided)

Willing to undertake a DBS check

Comfortable with physically and mentally demanding tasks

Career Development

The company is committed to investing in its people. For the right candidate, training and certification opportunities may include:

CSCS Certification

Health & Safety Training

NVQ in Heating & Ventilation

Gas Safe Training

OFTEC Certification (Oil)

Benefits

Company bonus scheme

Life cover and private healthcare (for you and your family)

Company events

Cycle to work scheme

Free eye tests

Pension scheme

Up to 25 days' holiday + public holidaysCalibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business
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Reference: 225334192

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