Yard Operative
Wernick Group Limited
Maintain, repair, and prep modular cabins, handling fixtures and yard duties.
18 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Stockton-On-Tees, England, United Kingdom
Field
Company Size
396 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Modular Buildings
Temporary Modular Buildings
Site Accommodation
Off-grid Power Solutions
Steel-framed Modular Buildings
Portable Accommodation Hire
Event Accommodation
Temporary Power Solutions
Role
What you would be doing
forklift maintenance
unit servicing
material efficiency
cabin maintenance
safety compliance
client communication
- Direct communication with MD/CEO and staff satisfaction surveys.
- Forklift Maintenance: Keep the forklift truck in excellent working order.
- Servicing: Service mobile welfare units to ensure they’re in top condition.
- Efficiency: Minimise material wastage and assist with the safe loading and unloading of cabins, buildings, and materials.
- Repairs: Conduct site visits to carry out necessary repairs promptly.
- Housekeeping: Maintain a clean and organised yard and workshop at all times.
- Furniture Management: Check and store furniture returned to the yard, ensuring it’s properly removed from cabins and placed back in storage.
- Maintenance and Upkeep: Clean, paint, and perform general maintenance on cabins and buildings as directed.
- Safety Compliance: Adhere to current health and safety legislation to ensure a safe working environment.
What you bring
plumbing
joinery
electrical
cabin fitting
time management
multitasking
- Technical Expertise: Experience in plumbing, joinery, or electrical work is highly beneficial.
- Experience of plumbing, joinery or electrical (would suit a handyperson)
- Time Management: Proficient in managing time efficiently and prioritising tasks.
- Detail-Oriented: Thorough and methodical in all tasks.
- Able to multi task and prioritise busy workload
- Multitasking: Ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload effectively.
- Pressure Performer: Able to handle tasks effectively under pressure with a positive attitude.
- Experience in cabin fitting is a distinct advantage
- Annual salary review each January.
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
- Free onsite parking.
- Group pension.
- Training and progression opportunities.
- Christmas shutdown.
- Generous holiday allowance (rising with service).
- Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday.
- Employee assistance programme.
- Option to buy extra holidays.
- Family-run and well-established, secure company (trading 90 years).
- Personal accident insurance.
- Early finish on Fridays.
- Corporate eyecare scheme through Specsavers.
- Benefits scheme (discounted retailers).
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Employee referral scheme.
- Open door policy.
- Life assurance of 2x annual salary.
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Visa Sponsorship- no visa sponsorship; right to work in the uk required.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1934
Year of establishment
The company was established in 1934 as a family business focused on making poultry crates.
45 centres
UK business presence
The company operates from 45 strategic locations across the United Kingdom.
Revenue £85M–£100M
Annual revenue range
The company generates annual revenue exceeding £85 million, supported by a large network of depots and specialist divisions.
73-module school
Notable project size
The company delivered a large-scale project featuring 73 modular units for a primary academy affected by structural damage.
- It evolved into Britain’s largest independent modular building manufacturer.
- It combines five trading arms: design & manufacture of modular buildings, hire of portable units, events accommodation, refurbished buildings, and power solutions.
- Typical projects include setting up temporary classrooms, GP surgeries, concert-site cabins and off-grid power systems for clients ranging from schools to festivals.
- Led by fourth-generation Wernick family members, the company blends deep heritage with modern scale and capability.
- Notable achievements include powering Hyde Park’s multi-week BST festival.
- We take great pride in our people, their wellbeing, and their continuous development.
- Safety is our top priority, with a strong commitment to providing a safe working environment for all employees.
- We focus on delivering high-quality service, driven by professionalism, integrity, and respect.
- Innovation and excellence are at the core of everything we do, and we encourage new ideas that help us deliver better results.
- Collaboration is key to our success, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.
2030
Carbon Neutrality Target
Aiming to achieve net zero emissions by this year.
- Adopts efficient energy management systems and reduces waste in operations.
- Reduces carbon footprint by using sustainable materials and technologies.
- Invests in green building practices, including energy-efficient modular buildings.
- Wernick Group is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated.
- The company aims to increase the number of women in leadership roles and other underrepresented groups.
- They are implementing training programs to improve diversity awareness and inclusion across all levels of the organization.
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