Yard Operative NOT AVAILABLE

Job Description

As a Yard Operative working at Copart, you will handle all types and models of vehicles, from Fords to Ferraris, from BMWs to Bugatti’s. Each vehicle is unique, and each day brings a new challenge.

This is a fantastic opportunity within our Colchester Operations Centre for an individual with a keen interest in vehicles to work alongside a team of committed individuals.

If you are looking for the chance to work with a successful global company, with genuine opportunities to succeed - then we are a company that wants to help you, guide you and inspire you to achieve your full potential.  You will receive all the training you need we have and a range of apprenticeships on offer to help you further your career!

Our Yard Operatives play a key role in the success of the business by performing the following main duties:

• Imaging vehicles and completing basic vehicle documentation on handheld devices.
• Meet time-driven deadlines whilst maintaining a high-quality standard of work.
• Follows Health & Safety, and Company guidelines, to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
• Ensures vehicles are located and stored according to Company standards and customer requirements.

We would welcome applicants with the following skills and attributes; Yard Operative, Operative, Operations, Grounds Operations, On-Site, Forklift Truck Operator, Yardsman, JCB 416, Customer Service, Health & Safety, Communication, FLT.

What we offer you in return…

• Monday to Friday working 8am to 5pm
• Competency Framework – the more you learn, the more you earn!
• Medicash Cover – we look after your and your family by providing a range of positive healthcare benefits
• Car Benefits Scheme – we can help you take the first step towards driving green
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Contributory Personal Pension Plan 
• Death in service cover
• Ability to purchase shares in a successful global Company at a discounted rate
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases, treats for the family, eating out and utility bills for the home

Essential Skills

• Experience in working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE SUBJECT TO RECEIPT OF PROOF OF RIGHT TO WORK DOCUMENTATION AND SATISFACTORY DISCLOSURE BARRING SERVICE (DBS) AND REFERENCE CHECKS TO THE COMPANY.

Desired Skills

• Forklift Truck Operators Licence. 

About Company

Copart UK, based in Bedford, is part of Copart Inc, a global company that specialises in recycling and reselling vehicles online via our global auction platform. As the industry leader in used and salvage vehicle auctions in the UK, we handle over half a million vehicles each year on behalf of the motor insurance and wider automotive sector.

We provide our sellers with an unrivalled marketplace, and our buyers with access to vehicles and parts globally. We also run a range of other businesses including cashforcars.co.uk where anyone can sell their vehicle to us and get a great price!