Yard Operative & Van Driver – Reliable Builder’s Merchant

Independent Builders Merchant Group; Brighton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected independent builder's merchant in Brighton seeks a dependable Yard Operative/Van Driver. You will be responsible for delivering materials to customers, assisting in the yard, and ensuring exceptional service. Ideal candidates have a full UK driving license and experience in a similar role is preferred. The position offers a supportive work environment with training opportunities, career advancement, and benefits including a pension scheme, paid holidays, and staff discounts on materials.

Benefits

Pension scheme and paid holidays

Supportive team and positive work environment

Career development and training

Staff discount on building materials

Employee assistance program

Perks Membership (Discounts for a mixture of retailers)

Branded Uniform

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a builders’ merchant, construction, or trade environment is preferred but not essential.
• Forklift licence (counterbalance) is desirable but training may be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in locating and loading building materials.
• Safely load/unload goods from supplier vehicles and customer collections.
• Maintain yard organisation and cleanliness.
• Deliver building materials to customers using a company van.
• Plan efficient delivery routes.
• Provide excellent customer service upon delivery.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Good knowledge of building materials

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Tools

Forklift

Job description

A respected independent builder's merchant in Brighton seeks a dependable Yard Operative/Van Driver. You will be responsible for delivering materials to customers, assisting in the yard, and ensuring exceptional service. Ideal candidates have a full UK driving license and experience in a similar role is preferred. The position offers a supportive work environment with training opportunities, career advancement, and benefits including a pension scheme, paid holidays, and staff discounts on materials.