Yard Assistant

Is this role right for me?
First and foremost, we always want to recruit great people that really understand our values and ways of working. Experience within our industry is not essential, we are committed to providing you with the full tools and support required to carry out your role. So if you have a passion for delivering great customer service, always look to put the customer first; can build trust and are able to proactively seek out solutions that are right for our customers, then you are likely to be a great fit

As this role is working in the warehouse and yard, you’ll often be working outside, so this is a great job for people who love to be outdoors. Full workwear and PPE is supplied.

What will I be doing?
As a customer focused Yard Assistant, you’ll take responsibility for the work you do and always show good attention to detail. You will report to the Yard Foreman and work closely with colleagues, this is one of our busiest branches, so feeling comfortable with mutli-tasking is essential, in this role you will;
- Welcome customers to the branch and take an active interest in their projects
- Get to know our product lines so you can offer advice and help to customers, making the most of all customer interactions in line with our values
- Help to prepare customer orders, load and unload customer and supplier vehicles using a Fork Lift Truck to minimise manual handling (training will be provided)
- Check incoming deliveries and report missing or damaged products
- Maintain stock levels in both the shop and yard areas, carrying out regular stock counts
- Make Health & Safety a priority and demonstrate how you can keep yourself and others safe at work
- Experience of manual handling equipment would be beneficial

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £24,000.00-£26,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Schedule:

- Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Abingdon: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Building Materials handling: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person