Yard Operative (VA2269)

Independent Builders Merchant Group; Hove; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional builders merchant in Hove is seeking a Yard Operative. The successful candidate will manage yard stocks, load and unload delivery vehicles, and assist customers with inquiries. This role requires excellent communication and a proactive attitude, with a preference for candidates holding a forklift and driving licence. The company offers a supportive work environment, training opportunities, and benefits including a pension scheme and staff discounts. Join a dedicated team committed to exceptional service in the Builders Merchant Sector.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Paid holidays

Career development and training

Staff discount on building materials

Employee assistance program

Perks Membership

Qualifications

• Communicate effectively to assist customers.
• Motivate yourself to complete tasks efficiently.
• Maintain product knowledge relevant to the yard.

Responsibilities

• Handle and maintain yard stocks efficiently.
• Load and unload customer and company delivery vehicles.
• Assist customers with product inquiries.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the yard area.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer-centric approach

Self-motivated

Can-do attitude

Education

Fork lift licence preferable

Driving Licence

Product knowledge

Job description

Join our team at Independent Roofing Supplies, a respected independent builder’s merchant serving the Southeast for over 10 years. 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 are part of the Independent We’re expanding our team at our Hove Branch and are looking for a dependable Yard Operative to help us continue delivering excellent service to our trade and retail customers.

The Role

Join our team at Hove 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 of the yard 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

Monday to Friday 07:00-17:00

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 Independent Roofing Supplies apply now for the Yard Operative position. Join us in our mission to deliver excellence in the Builders Merchant Sector.

Duties will include loading & unloading customers, delivery vehicles and our vehicles. To handle and maintain yard stocks efficiently with good levels of cleanliness and organization. To be able to collaborate with the team to ensure smooth operations with