Yard & Metal Cutting Operative

MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED · Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands

Yard & Metal Cutting Operative at MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED, based in Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands. This is a temp to perm role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands
Contract
Temp to perm
Posted
3 weeks ago
Closes
6 Nov 2026
Sector
Production Operative

Reference https://peoplesolutions.co.uk/job/yard-metal-cutting-operative/

About the role

Yard / Metal Cutting Operative – Stoke-on-Trent

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Yard / Metal Cutting Operative – Stoke-on-Trent to join our well-known client based in Stoke-on-Trent. This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, ongoing work, and genuine opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.

Temp-to-perm opportunities are available for the right candidates.

This would suit applicants who have worked as a Machine Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Production Operative, Recycling Operative or Assembly Operative.

Rates of Pay:

  • £13.00 per hour

Shift Pattern:

  • Monday to Friday: 07:00 – 17:00
  • Alternate Saturdays: 07:00 – 12:00

Benefits:

Your benefits as a Yard / Metal Cutting Operative are:

  • Overtime available
  • Weekly pay
  • Temp-to-perm opportunity
  • Friendly working environment
  • Opportunities for career development and progression
  • Industry-related training provided
  • Ongoing support throughout your assignment

Day-to-Day Duties:

Your duties as a Yard / Metal Cutting Operative are:

  • Using oxy-propane cutting equipment to cut metals and large metal objects to size for safe reprocessing and recycling
  • Identifying, recording and processing non-compliant waste in line with company procedures
  • Ensuring materials are free from contamination before loading
  • Assisting with stock control and reporting any material build-up to the Site Manager and Supervisor
  • Reporting accidents, incidents and near misses promptly and accurately
  • Maintaining high standards of housekeeping across the site
  • Assisting with the picking and segregation of waste materials into individual streams
  • Supporting the maintenance of equipment and yard facilities
  • Following company policies and procedures to promote a safe working environment
  • Working effectively as part of a busy yard team

Essential Skills:

To be successful as a Yard / Metal Cutting Operative, you will need:

  • Experience using oxy-propane cutting equipment
  • A strong understanding of health and safety requirements
  • Good teamwork and communication skills
  • The ability to carry out physically demanding duties
  • The ability to safely operate hand tools and equipment
  • A reliable and positive approach to work
  • Previous experience in a similar environment
  • Good attention to detail

Desirable Experience:

  • Forklift Truck (FLT) licence
  • Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals
  • Previous experience within a recycling, waste management or metal processing environment

Training:

  • Industry-related training provided
  • Ongoing support throughout your assignment

Apply:

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, apply today by clicking the link below or contact our recruitment team to find out more.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process

Reference: https://peoplesolutions.co.uk/job/yard-metal-cutting-operative/ · Posted 3 weeks ago · Closes 6 Nov 2026 · Listed via MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED

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