Yard Operative

Job details
Posting date:	21 November 2025
Salary:	£13.55 to £13.95 per hour
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	21 December 2025
Location:	OL16 1DG
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Bamford Contract Services Ltd
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	DCROCHDRIVER-1162

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Summary

Job Title: Grounds & Yard Operative
Location: Rochdale
Pay: £13.55 per hour
Hours:

Monday–Thursday: 09:00–17:30 (30 min lunch)
Friday: 09:00–14:30 (30 min lunch)

About the Role
We are seeking a reliable and proactive Grounds & Yard Operative to join our clients team in Rochdale. This hands-on role involves maintaining thier site, ensuring operational efficiency, and supporting the safe and smooth running of daily activities. The ideal candidate will be physically fit, attentive to detail, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities
- Litter picking, weed removal, and leaf clearance (seasonal)
- Strimming, hedging, and general grounds maintenance
- Gritting during cold weather periods
- Daily site walkarounds and signage checks
- Handling deliveries and monitoring skips
- Yard entry supervision and wheelie bin stock management
- Pallet handling and damaged bin processing
- Sweeper washing and brush wear monitoring
  
  Essential Requirements
  - Valid 7.5-ton driver’s license
    
    Desirable Skills & Qualifications
    - Forklift truck license
      
      What We Offer
      - Competitive pay of £13.55 per hour
      - Supportive working environment
      - Opportunities for training and development
        
        There is an immediate start available for the right person (subject to an interview and references). Please apply for this role on line of call Sarah-Jane at Bamford Contract Services Ltd.
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