General Operative, Trades / Skilled Labor
Job in
Southampton, Hampshire County, SO15, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-12
Listing for:
S. Norton & Co Limited
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
General Labor, Construction Labor & Trades, Maintenance Worker, Building Maintenance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
JOB VACANCY: YARDMAN/GENERAL OPERATIVE We are recruiting for a Yardman/General Operative to carry out predominantly manual labour dealing with day-to-day cleaning and maintenance. You must be able to work diligently with minimal supervision and be able to follow instructions. From time to time, work of a different nature may be available in other areas of the site as part of the company’s commitment to the training and development of the workforce.
LOCATION:
Southampton
WORKING HOURS:
43.75 hours per week, 07:45 - 17:00 Monday to Friday.
CONTRACT TYPE:
Permanent
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Keeping to Health and Safety rules and complying with safe working practices at all times.
- Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing in line with company policy.
- Removing blockages from machinery.
- Keeping areas clean and free from any hazards.
- Shovelling and cleaning of all waste materials and dirt.
- Moving items with a Forklift as requested (must be suitably qualified).
- Maintenance of site buildings and surfaces when required.
- Directing high volume vehicular traffic on entry and exit to the site.
- Directing all vehicles to appropriate tipping areas, ensuring safe tipping procedures.
- Liaising with drivers and weighbridge operators.
- Carrying out any additional duties that may be reasonably requested from time to time.
- Complying with Company policies and procedures as defined in the Employee Manual and the post holder's terms of employment.
KEY
COMPETENCIES:
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Ability to understand signage and verbal instructions primarily for reasons of Health and Safety.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work with a team.
- Ability to work on own initiative if required.
- Excellent time keeping and attendance.
- Compliance with all aspects of the Employee Manual.
- CMS Certificate of Competence in relevant modules.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
- Ability to read signs, forms, instructions, manuals applicable to the role.
DESIRABLE SKILLS
- GCSE grade 3 (D) or above in English and Maths.
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