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Yard Operative/handyperson

Wernick Group Limited - Wernick Hire - Newcastle
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Yard Operative/handyperson

Exciting Opportunity: Join Us as a Yard Operative/Handyperson at Wernick Hire!

Wernick Hire, the UK’s largest and longest-standing provider of modular buildings and site accommodation, is looking for a dynamic Yard Operative/Handyperson to be a key player in our thriving depot!

Role Overview: Step into a vital role where your hands-on skills make a real impact. As a Yard Operative, you'll be instrumental in the maintenance, repair, and preparation of our modular buildings and site accommodation units. Your dedication to efficiency and safety will ensure that every task is performed to the highest standards, driving the success of our depot and contributing to our overall excellence.

About Us: Since 1934, Wernick Hire has been a proud, family-run company with a rich history of growth and innovation. Celebrating 90 years of successful trading, we've doubled our profits in the last five years alone. Our success is fueled by the enthusiasm, vision, and genuine can-do spirit of our team members. Join us and be part of a company where your skills and dedication are truly valued!

About this role

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintenance and Upkeep: Clean, paint, and perform general maintenance on cabins and buildings as directed.

  • Servicing: Service mobile welfare units to ensure they’re in top condition.

  • Repairs: Conduct site visits to carry out necessary repairs promptly.

  • Furniture Management: Check and store furniture returned to the yard, ensuring it’s properly removed from cabins and placed back in storage.

  • Forklift Maintenance: Keep the forklift truck in excellent working order.

  • Efficiency: Minimise material wastage and assist with the safe loading and unloading of cabins, buildings, and materials.

  • Housekeeping: Maintain a clean and organised yard and workshop at all times.

  • Safety Compliance: Adhere to current health and safety legislation to ensure a safe working environment.

Skills and Experience:

  • Technical Expertise: Experience in plumbing, joinery, or electrical work is highly beneficial.

  • Multitasking: Ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload effectively.

Key Attributes:

  • Customer Service Commitment: Dedicated to providing first-class service and support.

  • Team Player: Enthusiastic and collaborative, working well with others.

  • Self-Motivated: A proactive self-starter with a strong drive to excel.

  • Detail-Oriented: Thorough and methodical in all tasks.

  • Integrity: Demonstrates honesty and professionalism in every interaction.

  • Pressure Performer: Able to handle tasks effectively under pressure with a positive attitude.

  • Time Management: Proficient in managing time efficiently and prioritising tasks.

Your Future with the Wernick Group

At Wernick, you're more than an employee; you're a vital part of a team that’s building the future of construction. Join us in our journey of continuous innovation and commitment to quality, and let's be 'Altogether Stronger'.

  • Competitive salary and bonus scheme

  • Generous holiday allowance (rising with service)

  • Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday

  • Christmas Shutdown

  • Early finish Friday  

  • Group pension scheme

  • Annual Salary review – takes place each January

  • Long service awards

  • Employee of the Month awards

  • Customer service awards

  • Life Assurance

  • Personal Accident Insurance

  • Free onsite parking

  • Employee assistance programme

  • Training and progression opportunities

  • Family run and well established, secure company (trading over 90 years)

  • Open door policy

  • Employee Referral scheme

  • Benefits scheme (discounted retailers such as money off Apple, Virgin Atlantic Holidays, Currys, Argos, Tesco and restaurants including Harvester, Miller and Carter, Nandos and many more)

  • Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers

  • Ideas portal (message the CEO) and awards for implemented suggestions

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Annual paid volunteering day

  • Healthcare cash plan

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We look forward to receiving your application and thank you for your interest in our company.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

Any unsolicited CVs will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as ‘gifts’ and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy, we will contact you.

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

 

Important Information
Location:Wernick Hire - Newcastle , Peacock Road, Newcastle, England, Staffordshire, ST5 9HY
Date Posted:11th August 2026
Closing Date:28th August 2026
Industry:land / Property and Construction
Job Type:Full time
Salary:Based on Experience

What you will need

Required criteria

  • Experience of plumbing, joinery or electrical (would suit a handyperson)
  • Able to multi task and prioritise busy workload

Desired criteria

  • Experience in cabin fitting is a distinct advantage

Yard Operative/handyperson

Wernick Group Limited
Newcastle
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