Yard Operative

dunbia· Be responsible for keeping the yard tidy and take deliveries to the relevant department
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📍 Devon-Okehampton, UKOTHER💰 GBP 13+

About this role

Overview

Dunbia West Devon are actively seeking applications from individuals keen to take up a career within one of Europe’s leading food processing companies. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established team, who have a desire to produce better food naturally.

 

We’re looking for a reliable, hands‑on Yard Operative who takes pride in keeping outdoor spaces clean, safe and well‑maintained. If you enjoy working outdoors and like a role where no two days feel the same, this could be a great fit.

Responsibilities

  • Support other team members within the department
  • Be responsible for keeping the yard tidy and take deliveries to the relevant department
  • Some associated duties in other departments when required
  • Ensure cleanliness and promote and maintain Health, Safety and Hygiene standards
  • Remove crates/pallets from outside shop and bring to the yard
  • Operate a forklift to empty bins into skips, load and unload lorries
  • Store and supply production with clean bins, trays and pallets
  • Remove bins and pallets of crates and packaging/ingredients from incoming lorries
  • Maintain the yard area and ensure it is kept clean and tidy
  • Wash plastic pallets / bring to cold store when required
  • Sort out stacks of blue and white pallets and sort
  • Make sure crate store is full of crates for production next day
  • Ensuring external doors are kept closed at all times when not in use
  • Maintain Health, Safety and Hygiene standards in accordance with Company rules and regulations

Qualifications

  • Someone dependable with a strong work ethic
  • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather
  • Able to follow health and safety procedures
  • A Current Forklift license is desired, although not essential as training will be provided
  • Demonstrate the ability to work on your own initiative whilst working as part of a team striving to achieve high levels of customer service
  • Good communication skills are essential

Shift - Monday to Friday 6am to 2pm

Hourly rate - £12.71

 

No company sponsorship is available to overseas applicants for this position. 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Yard Operative role at dunbia?
The listed salary for this Yard Operative position at dunbia is GBP 13+. This is an OTHER role.
Where is the Yard Operative position at dunbia located?
This Yard Operative role at dunbia is based in Devon-Okehampton, UK. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Yard Operative role at dunbia full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Yard Operative role in the Be responsible for keeping the yard tidy and take deliveries to the relevant department department at dunbia.
Which team or department does the Yard Operative at dunbia belong to?
This Yard Operative position is part of the Be responsible for keeping the yard tidy and take deliveries to the relevant department department at dunbia. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Yard Operative position at dunbia?
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When was the Yard Operative job at dunbia posted?
This Yard Operative position at dunbia was posted on Aug 16, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Yard Operative
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