Yard Operative

Independent Builders Merchant Group; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected independent builder's merchant in the Southeast is seeking a dependable Yard Operative for their Chalfont Branch. This role involves handling yard stocks, assisting customers with inquiries, and ensuring a clean and safe yard area. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, possess strong communication skills, and preferably have a fork lift licence. This position offers a supportive work environment with training opportunities and employee benefits including a pension scheme and staff discounts.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Paid holidays

Supportive team environment

Career development and training

Staff discount on building materials

Employee assistance program

Perks Membership

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills with a customer-centric approach.
• Self-motivated with a can-do attitude towards tasks.
• Fork lift licence preferred.
• Valid driving licence.
• Product knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Handle and maintain yard stocks efficiently.
• Load and unload delivery vehicles.
• Assist customers with product inquiries.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization according to Health & Safety regulations.
• Collaborate with team members for smooth operations.
• Support other departments as needed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer-centric approach

Self-motivated

Fork lift licence

Driving Licence

Product knowledge

Job description

Join our team at Grant & Stone Building Supplies, a respected independent builder’s merchant serving the Southeast since 1987. With a commitment to quality products and exceptional customer service, we are part of the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG), the largest independent merchant group in the South of England.

We’re expanding our team at our Chalfont Branch and are looking for a dependable Yard Operative to help us continue delivering excellent

The Role

Join our team at Chalfont as a Yard Operative, where you will play a vital role in maintaining our yard and supporting daily operations. As a Yard Operative, you will be responsible for handling and organising yard stocks, loading and unloading delivery vehicles, assisting customers with product inquiries, and ensuring the yard area is clean and safe. This position reports directly to the Branch Manager and requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual with a passion for delivering exceptional service.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Handle and maintain yard stocks efficiently
• Load and unload customer, supplier, and company delivery vehicles
• Assist customers by providing information on stock availability and product ranges.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation area in compliance with Health & Safety regulations
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations within the yard.
• Support other departments as needed to contribute to overall company success.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills with a customer-centric approach
  
• Self-motivated with a can-do attitude towards tasks
• Fork lift licence preferable
• Driving Licence
• Product knowledge
• Loading customer/company vehicles

The Hours

Week:1 Monday to Friday 07:30 -17:15

Week:2 Monday to Friday 07:30 -17:15 Saturday 08:00-12:00

The Rewards

What we Offer

At IBMG, we value our employees and offer a supportive work environment that fosters growth and development. By joining our team, you will have access to training opportunities, career advancement prospects, and a range of 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 available in a variety of retailers)
• Branded Uniform

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute your skills and be part of a dynamic team at Grant & Stone Building Supplies apply now for the Yard Operative position. Join us in our mission to deliver excellence in the Builders Merchant Sector.

Yard experience - building merchants - fork lift experience