Yard Operative

**AVS**

AVS is part of the Lawsons Group, which is the UK’s largest independent fencing, timber and builders’ merchants and now boasts 36 branches, 740 employees and £190 million turnover, founded in 1921 and operates across London and the South East of England.

**The Role**

Creating a friendly and welcoming environment by direct approach that encourages return custom to enable branch sales and margin growth.

**Branch Postcode: BN8 5PN**

**Key Accountabilities**

Cultivate and maintain exceptional standards of customer service and ensure Lawsons Best Practice, Standards and Company Policies are met

Assist in the company stock

Ensure that stock is replenished, rotated and merchandised

Maintain the yard to a high standard of tidiness and cleanliness

Build rapport, be polite and courteous to customers

Be vigilant to prevent loss of product by theft etc

Be vigilant and report any Health & Safety issues to the Line Manager immediately

**We would love to meet someone with**

Previous experience working in a yard environment

A Valid Forklift License

A positive & approachable attitude

Good product knowledge within the Industry (this can be trained)

Professionalism and who will promote and adhere to the company's value’s

Good interpersonal skills, confidence and ability to approach customers

Basic literacy & numeracy skills

**What is in it for you**

Salary between £23,480 - £26,000 depending on experience

23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Pension Scheme

Death In Service Scheme

Employee Assisted Programme