Yard Operative

6 months ago


Uckfield, United Kingdom IBMG Full time

**The Company**

Founded in 1984, Parker Building Supplies is one of the largest independent builders merchants in the South East.

At Parker Building Supplies, we have a deep respect and appreciation for our customers. We strive to serve their needs for quality building supplies every day in 20 branches across Sussex & Kent, with over 450 employees supporting our vision to be the best local merchant to do business with.

The desire to serve our customers has been the driving force behind our growth and our strategy. We are dedicated to our people and supporting our local communities. From our Branch Support Centres to the employees throughout our branches, every individual plays a role in helping ensure the business success.

Parker Building Supplies is proud to be part of the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG). IBMG is the largest independent merchant group in the South of England operating through five core divisions (Builders Merchants, Timber, Plumbing & Heating, Roofing and Electrical), primarily serving trade customers with an extensive range of products. IBMG has over 170 branches extending from Penzance to Margate, generating revenues in excess of £650 million and are supported by over 2,200 colleagues.

Due to the continued success and expansion of our business, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Yard Operative to join our team in Uckfield.

**The Role**

We have a vacancy for a full time Yard Operative at our **Uckfield**branch to handle and maintain yard stocks, load and unload both customer, supplier and company delivery vehicles. Serving customers, advising on stock, availability and product ranges.

To ensure the premises are kept to a high standard to comply with Health & Safety regulations, maintaining a clean and tidy yard and working area.

All this under the authority of the Branch Manager.

**The Requirements**
- Yard experience (desirable)
- Experience loading & unloading goods (advantageous).
- Counter balance licence (advantageous).
- Builders merchants experience (advantageous).
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- The ability to communicate at all levels.
- Self-motivated with a can-do attitude.
- Strong team player who works as part of a team and independently.

**The Hours**

Week 1: Monday to Friday 07:00 to 17:00

Week 2: Monday to Friday 07:00 to 17:00 & alternate Saturdays 08:00 to 12:00

**The Rewards**

Joining us means joining the leading and largest Independent Builders Merchant in the South of England. We provide training, support, and opportunities for career progression through our commitment to creating a great work environment where youre encouraged to be and do your best.

Youll be joining a friendly and welcoming team. We offer an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive salary, pension, bonus scheme, employee assistance programme, perks membership and staff discount.


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