Yard Operative with FLT
| Posting date: | 12 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £13.60 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 January 2026 |
| Location: | Smethwick, West Midlands, B66 2JE |
| Company: | Manpower UK Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | BBBH430437_1768230352 |
Summary
Yard Operative | Smethwick, Birmingham
Location: Birmingham
Pay Rate: £13.60 per hour
Contract: Full-Time, Temporary (Until End of April 2026)
Hours: 42.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 0700-1500 (flexible)
Start Date: ASAP
Join a leading gas company in Smethwick, Birmingham as a Yard Operative, where your main focus will be supporting daily yard operations using a Counterbalance Forklift, with some admin work as needed to support the on-site office. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors while also contributing to efficient logistics processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely operate a Counterbalance Forklift to move, load, and unload gas cylinders and materials.
- Keep the yard clean, organised, and running efficiently.
- Support with stock control and movement tracking.
- Carry out admin tasks such as data entry, delivery mapping, customer and client liason.
- Communicate effectively with drivers and internal teams to maintain smooth operations.
- Follow all safety policies and procedures.
Candidate Requirements:
✅ Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (essential)
✅ Previous yard, warehouse, or logistics experience
✅ Basic admin and IT skills
✅ Comfortable with manual handling and outdoor work
✅ Reliable and team-focused
This is a great opportunity to join a trusted name in the energy sector and enjoy a steady, long-term position in Smethwick, Birmingham.