GRS is Britain’s independent supplier of essential construction materials, from low-carbon recycled aggregates and decorative landscaping products to high-volume bulk aggregates for the country’s biggest construction projects. We trade and transport approaching 20 million tonnes of materials each year – up to 80,000 tonnes a day – that’s enough to fill 18 Wembley stadiums. We provide our customers with end-to-end transport solutions, by sourcing the most suitable materials and making efficient use of road, rail, river and sea freight to deliver them as sustainably as possible. We’re also a leading provider of waste removal services, offering total solutions for recovery and reuse of unwanted construction, demolition and excavation waste. And we operate a land remediation business, preparing the ground for new development or nature recovery. GRS employs a dedicated team of 800 people nationwide – including subsidiary businesses and joint ventures – based at just over 50 locations the length and breadth of the country. Besides supporting the UK’s biggest construction schemes, we also supply leading builders merchants and garden retailers with a range of decorative gravels, concrete blocks, paving products, and specialist materials like play sand and rock salt. GRS has ranked among the fastest growing of all British firms in all sectors in the Sunday Times Top Track 250 for four years running, reaching number 65 in 2019. The company is proud of the range of certifications and accreditations we hold that underpin our credentials in areas such as health, safety and wellbeing, people development, environmental management and sustainability.
About the job
We are looking for a self-motivated, driven and adaptable individual who enjoys a challenge to work alongside our energetic team in Rainham. The role requires a CAN-DO attitude, an ability to learn from any losses and celebrate every win. We are a fast-paced business with plenty of opportunities for growth so if this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Purpose
A yard operative needs to be willing of driving mobile plant and learning the use of the bagging machines on site. They need to be able to work in all weather conditions and work within a highly motivated team with good communication being fundamental within the role. Manual work is required on a daily basis.
Main Duties And Responsibilities
This is an important role within GRS, with primary responsibility to:
- Ensure safe, Compliant & Efficient production of bagged aggregates.
- Ensure high standards of Health & Safety at all times, reporting any issues, accidents and near miss to line manager.
- Work as part of a team high performing team to produce bagged aggregates for our customers with focus on quality and production key.
- Operate a Forklift truck, depending on site requirement.
- Completion of fixed plant and mobile plant inspections.
- Bag aggregates in a plastic and bulk bag to the required target levels with relevant training given.
- Net and sheet lorries as and when requested by line manager.
- General housekeeping duties as and when requested by line manager.
- Good communication with all drivers, yard operatives and delivery drivers.
- Responsibility for compliance and discharging legal duties with regards to HR and Health & Safety to promote a safe, equitable and legally compliant work place.
Knowledge, Training And Experience Required To Do The Job
- Good knowledge of Health and Safety (Preferable).
- Forklift Truck License (Preferable).
- Training will be given but experience in the above areas will be an advantage.
BENEIFITS:
- 23 Days Holiday + Bank holidays.
- Overtime when & where available.
- Full training given on all equipment.
- Company pension.
- On-site parking.
- Wellness programme.
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