Yard Operative (Forklift)

J B Corrie – Petersfield | Full-time| Permanent | £25K

About us

We are proud to be recognised as fencing specialists with over a century of expertise. As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, our heritage is built on strong values, long-standing relationships, and a deep commitment to quality. We take pride in consistently delivering reliable, high-quality products and service, something our customers have trusted for generations.

About the role

Help us keep the yard running smoothly. As a Yard Operative at J B Corrie, you’ll pick and pack orders, prepare items for galvanising and powder coating, and safely load/unload vehicles, playing a key role in on-time, in-full customer deliveries.

What you’ll do

• Operate a forklift truck to load and unload vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Pick, pack, band and wrap orders for delivery.
• Prepare orders for galvanising collections; check and count items on return.
• Check and count powder-coated orders on return.
• Put stock away in racks, rotate stock and keep accurate records.
• Assist customers collecting orders, answering product questions confidently.
• Carry out daily forklift checks and keep vehicles clean and in good condition.
• Drive a small flatbed van for occasional deliveries (as required).
• Handle and store gas bottles safely in the designated cage.
• Keep the yard and work areas clean, tidy and safe; follow all H&S procedures.
• Attend team meetings and complete required training.

Our behaviours (how we work)

• Treat others as you’d like to be treated—respectful, team-first interactions.
• Do the right thing, even when it’s hard—safety and integrity over shortcuts.
• Be available and approachable to colleagues, customers and suppliers.
• Keep your promises—follow through and turn commitments into actions.
• Represent the best of J B Corrie—take pride in your work and our reputation.
• Present well in manner, dress and demeanour—professional and customer-ready.

What you’ll bring

• Forklift experience/certification (counterbalance preferred). Training can be provided for the right candidate.
• A full UK driving licence (desirable) for occasional van deliveries.
• Comfortable with manual handling and working outdoors/indoors in a busy yard.
• Attention to detail for counting, checking and recording stock.
• A customer-friendly, dependable approach that reflects our behaviours.

What’s in it for you

Hours: 39 hours per week, full-time.

Working hours are 8am to 5.15pm Monday to Thursday and then 8am to12noon on a Friday.

Salary: £25,000 per annum

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme based on company operating profit
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (including a Christmas shutdown)
• The option to purchase an additional 5 days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave
• Enhanced sick pay
• Employer matched pension contributions & life assurance
• Perkbox – a range of benefits, including health & well-being support
• Opportunity to work within family friendly environment
• Friday afternoons off