Base Operative

Peterson

📍 heysham, england, United-Kingdom

Full-time Management & Operations Posted June 07, 2026

Job Description

Overview

We currently have vacancy for a Base Operative to support operations at our Heysham facility.

Responsibilities

  • Loading and discharging trailers and containers
  • Lifting operations
  • Checking materials and maintaining yard and warehouse cleanliness
  • Supporting the duty call out rota (1 week out of 3)
  • Delivering good customer service and maintaining a commitment to health and safety; effective communication in a safety‑critical role

Qualifications and requirements

  • Experience operating a forklift up to 12 tonne and working in a similar role
  • OPITO approved Banksman/Slinger certificate is highly desirable, but not essential as training will be provided
  • SAP and stock checking experience is desirable but not essential

About the Company

From our roots in agricultural inspections, Peterson and Control Union have been operating for near...