Yard Operative; Counterbalance

Position: Yard Operative (Counterbalance) — Permanent Role + Serious Overtime Available
£28,000 Basic + Overtime (Realistic £33k+ Earnings)
If you prefer being on your feet, working outdoors, and driving forklifts instead of sitting behind a desk — this is a role worth looking at.
We’re hiring 2 Yard Operatives for our client based in Milton Keynes  for a permanent, full-time position with a busy and growing operation. This is steady, year-round work — not seasonal — with huge overtime available during peak months.
💰 What You’ll Earn
£28,000 basic salary

Hours:

07:30 – 16:00 | Monday–Friday
Overtime available April–October (consistently busy)
Time + ½ after 8 hours Mon–Fri
Time + ½ weekends
Double time Bank Holidays
Even just 2 extra hours per day in peak season = ~£4600 extra per year

🌤️ What the Job Involves
This is a hands-on yard role — active, varied, and outdoors all year round:
Operating counterbalance forklift & telehandler
Loading & unloading vehicles
Preparing equipment for jobs
Picking kit from load lists
Securing loads with ratchet straps
Yard organisation & safety checks
Equipment inspections & basic maintenance
Supporting stock control & annual stock checks
Manual handling of equipment & materials
Attending daily toolbox talks
✅ What You Need
Counterbalance forklift licence (current or lapsed considered)
Full UK driving licence (essential for Thurleigh site)
Comfortable working outdoors year-round
Reliable and safety-focused
Happy with physical, practical work

🔒 Why This Role Is Different
Permanent — not project or seasonal work
Busy summer months = strong overtime earnings
Stable winter work — no drop-off in hours
Supportive operations team
Proper equipment & organised yard setup