Baler Yard Operative

About The Role

We are recruiting for a Baler Yard Operative at our Peterborough site. This is a permanent, weekly‑paid position providing consistent work, reliable hours, and long‑term growth opportunities within a thriving business.

• Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off – (05:45 – 18:15)
• Hourly Rate: £12.80 (paid weekly)

• Operate a Counterbalance FLT to carry out day‑to‑day yard duties safely and efficiently.
• Operate bailer equipment on site as per training.
• Assist the Production team removing waste from original packaging to waste bins (Dolavs).
• Perform general warehouse duties such as restacking pallets, moving leaning pallets from racking, reassessments, return to supplier preparation, dumping of stock and general warehouse hygiene.

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift License (essential).
• Previous experience in a similar role within a warehouse or yard environment.
• Good understanding of waste segregation and yard safety procedures.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

FRESHSavings – Save money on food, drink, shopping and more.

FRESHHealth – 24/7 GP access for you and your family and cashback on health and wellbeing appointments.

FRESHLiving – Access gym discounts and holidays or travel savings.

FRESHSupport – Access confidential wellbeing support and help from our on‑site Occupational Health team.

FRESHPerks is designed to support your health, wellbeing and everyday life.

Life at AMFRESH is not just about the job you do, it's about your experience every time you come to work. We recognise and award employees that display our values and make positive contributions, and offer a range of courses and opportunities to further your personal development including ESOL.

Based in a modern, purpose‑built facility in Peterborough, we sort, process, pack and deliver fresh, high‑quality produce exclusively for Tesco, helping feed millions of people across the UK every day.

Our product portfolio includes citrus fruits, grapes, melons, pineapples, apples, pears and selected vegetables, products many of us see on our own tables. If you have shopped for these at Tesco, chances are they have passed through our site. We have been proud to be a trusted Tesco partner since 2014.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. With over 800 colleagues from more than 50 countries, our Peterborough site is one of the area’s most diverse employers. As a growing business, we are committed to supporting our teams through ongoing training, development and progression opportunities for all.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We value diversity and believe that a wide range of perspectives strengthens our culture, drives innovation, and helps us better serve our customers. We are dedicated to making our recruitment process accessible for everyone. If you require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know, we’re happy to discuss how we can help.