Join Our Team as a Yard Operative in MGM, Inverness.

About Us:

MGM Timber, a division of Donaldson Group, is one of the UK’s largest, privately owned timber companies. Donaldson Group is a leading, family-owned timber industry company with a rich heritage spanning over 160 years with a range of 17 businesses and brands. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and environmental responsibility. But most of all, our People are at the heart of everything we do, which is why we are committed to nurturing and empowering our 1,500+ colleagues across the UK.

Diversity and Inclusion:

We’re on a mission to champion diversity and inclusion within our organization. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life to join us in shaping the future of manufacturing and construction. Female candidates and those from underrepresented ethnic groups are particularly encouraged to apply, as we strive for greater inclusivity in our workforce.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a motivated and skilled Yard Operative to join our dynamic team at MGM in Inverness. This position is physically demanding and requires resilience and a strong work ethic. Attention to detail, precision, and a strong commitment to health and safety are essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manually loading and unloading goods.
• Picking stock from warehouse for delivery.
• Working as part of a busy team to meet high standards.
• Positively promoting and representing the company at all times.
• Serving and checking customer collections.
• Moving stock to storage areas – picking and packing orders.
• Keeping work areas clean and tidy – complying with health and safety policy and procedure at all times.

Skills and experience of the successful candidate:

• Previous experience in a similar role within a manufacturing or timber engineering environment preferred but not essential.
• Warehouse and/or customer service experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work to tight tolerances.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and tasks.
• Team player with excellent communication skills.
• Positive can-do attitude.
• Forklift license preferred but not essential. Full training will be provided following a successful probation period.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working patterns.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Opportunities for career development within a reputable and growing organisation.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• A catalogue of additional benefits available to purchase such as critical illness cover, cycle to work scheme and additional holidays.

Work Hours: This full-time role entails 40 hours per week, providing a stable schedule with weekends free for your leisure. Work hours are Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm. We can also consider part-time hours via job share, shorter working days or fewer days each week. Please let us know any considerations when applying to this vacancy.

Join Us: If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding career journey with a company that values your contributions and invests in your success, apply now to become our next Production Operative by sending your CV to recruitment@donaldson-timber.co.uk by 16^th December 2024.