Yard Operations Specialist — Safe Loads & Customer Service

Lawsons Ltd.; Havant; On-site; GBP 24,000 - GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent supplier of building materials is seeking a Yard Operative for their Havant branch. This full-time role involves loading and unloading materials, preparing customer orders, and maintaining a clean yard. Ideal candidates should have manual handling experience, good practical skills, and a team-oriented mindset. The position offers a competitive salary of £29,000, 25 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and ongoing training opportunities, ensuring a rewarding work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a yard, warehouse, or manual handling role is desirable.
• Physically capable of handling materials and working outdoors.
• Comfortable using handheld devices and company systems.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials safely and efficiently using manual handling techniques.
• Prepare customer orders and assist with collections at the yard.
• Maintain yard presentation and perform routine checks on stock.

Skills

Yard, warehouse or manual handling experience

Good practical skills

Basic numeracy and IT literacy

Strong team orientation

Good communication skills

Organised and reliable

Willingness to undertake training

Full UK driving licence

Job description

A leading independent supplier of building materials is seeking a Yard Operative for their Havant branch. This full-time role involves loading and unloading materials, preparing customer orders, and maintaining a clean yard. Ideal candidates should have manual handling experience, good practical skills, and a team-oriented mindset. The position offers a competitive salary of £29,000, 25 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and ongoing training opportunities, ensuring a rewarding work environment.