Yard Operative
Pertemps · Reading, Berkshire
Yard Operative at Pertemps, based in Reading, Berkshire, paying £13.21 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- £13.21 per hour
- Location
- Reading, Berkshire
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Closes
- 3 Oct 2026
- Sector
- Goods In / Out
24% below the typical rate for goods in / out
Reference 224103486
About the role
Location: Near Aldermaston, RG7
Pay Rate: £13.21 per hour
Hours: 07:00 - 17:00, Monday to Friday
Overtime: Voluntary overtime available on Saturdays
We are currently recruiting for a Yard Operative to join a busy manufacturing team based near Aldermaston.
This is a hands-on role working with welding materials, sheet metal and structural parts. You will assist with preparing materials, welding panels, grinding surfaces and supporting general yard and workshop duties.
Full training will be provided, so previous welding experience is not essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Working with welding materials, sheet metal and structural components.
- Preparing and handling metal materials.
- Assisting with welding panels following training.
- Grinding and preparing metal surfaces.
- Using hand and power tools safely.
- Moving and organising materials around the yard.
- Supporting general workshop and yard duties.
- Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
- Following all health and safety procedures.
- Previous yard, workshop, manufacturing or construction experience is desirable.
- Welding or fabrication experience is an advantage, but full training is provided.
- Must be physically fit, as the role involves manual handling and working with metal materials.
- Must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Reliable, hardworking and willing to learn.
- Able to work well as part of a team.
- Own transport is desirable due to the location and accessibility of the site.
Apply directly today or call [phone removed].
Reference: 224103486 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 3 Oct 2026 · Listed via Pertemps
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