Workshop Operative

Workshop Operative

Location: Tamworth
Hours: 08:30- 17:00

Speedy are the UK's leading hire provider, offering the widest range of tools, specialist hire equipment, plant, and support services - everything for every job.

We're looking for a proactive and dependable Workshop Operative to join our depot team. This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced support role at the heart of our operation, working across logistics, transport, engineering and customer service to ensure equipment is prepared, moved and delivered safely and efficiently.

This position plays a vital role in keeping our depot running smoothly and delivering an excellent customer experience. It's also an ideal opportunity for someone keen to develop broad operational knowledge and progress into a specialist or technical pathway within Speedy.

Working across all areas of the depot, you will:

• Support deliveries and collections of hire equipment

• Assist with vehicle loading and unloading

• Maintain stock control and accurate equipment tracking using digital systems

• Prepare, check and move equipment safely within the depot

• Work closely with logistics, transport, engineering and customer service teams

• Maintain excellent housekeeping and safety standards

• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment

• Support your team in delivering our ESG Strategy - Decade to Deliver

• Full UK driving licence

• Basic IT skills (training provided on internal systems and technology platforms)

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Adaptability and willingness to support different teams

• Commitment to learning and personal development

• Willingness to complete a forklift qualification

• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team

• Strong attention to safety and housekeeping standards

You'll thrive in this role if you are:

• Practical and hands‑on

• Reliable and safety‑focused

• A strong team player with a positive attitude

• Organised and able to prioritise tasks

• Keen to build your career within operations or engineering

At Speedy, we invest in our people. You'll receive:

• Full on‑the‑job training

• Product and systems training

• Ongoing coaching and support

• Personalised development plans

• Clear progression opportunities across the Speedy Group

This role offers excellent exposure to all areas of depot operations, creating a strong foundation for career growth.

• 26 days' holiday plus bank holidays

• Life assurance

• Pension scheme

• Canteen facilities (where applicable)

• 95% colleague discount across the Speedy brand

• Training, development and career progression opportunities

• Voluntary Health Cash Plan

• My Staff Shop discounts

• Green Commute Initiative (Cycle to Work scheme)

• PAM Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

We are proud of our Speedy Work Life Balance (SWLB) initiative, focused on colleague wellbeing and creating more balanced working patterns. We encourage flexible working conversations, including alternative start/finish times and other arrangements where possible, to support a healthy work‑life balance.

Speedy reserves the right to close vacancies early due to high application volumes, so early applications are encouraged.

Some roles may require DBS, credit, or security clearance checks.

Speedy is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, promote inclusion, and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

All roles require proof of right to work in the UK prior to employment.

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