Job Title: Yard Operative
Location: Taunton, UK
Company: Dunn Bros Auctions (www.dunnbrosauctions.co.uk)
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Job Overview:
Dunn Bros Auctions is looking for a hardworking and reliable Yard Operative to join our team in Taunton. This role involves handling vehicles and auction stock, maintaining the yard, assisting customers, and capturing photos and videos of incoming auction items for online listings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Vehicle & Equipment Handling: Move, park, and organise vehicles, machinery, and other auction stock safely.
- Stock Management: Assist with receiving, checking, and logging auction items into inventory.
- Photography & Videography for Auction Listings:
- Capture clear, high-quality photos and videos of vehicles, machinery, and other auction items.
- Ensure images and videos highlight key features, condition, and any damage.
- Record walkaround videos of vehicles, including engine starts and functional checks where applicable.
- Upload media to the auction system with accurate descriptions.
- Yard Maintenance: Keep the auction yard clean, organised, and safe.
- Customer Assistance: Help buyers and sellers, direct them as needed, and answer queries.
- Auction Day Support: Assist with setup and operation on auction days, including directing traffic and positioning items.
- Security & Safety: Monitor the yard to prevent damage or theft and handle equipment correctly.
- Basic Repairs & Maintenance: Carry out minor maintenance on vehicles or equipment if required.
Requirements:
- Full UK driving licence (preferred).
- Basic photography and video recording skills (experience with cameras or smartphones for clear, detailed images and videos).
- Experience in a similar role or background in automotive, logistics, or auctions is beneficial.
- Ability to operate forklifts, telehandlers, or other yard equipment (training may be provided).
- Physically fit, as the role involves lifting, moving, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Good communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.
- Team player with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with opportunities for overtime.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Friendly and supportive team environment.