Yard Operative - Builders Merchant

  • Job Reference: 1300743904-2
  • Date Posted: 20 April 2024
  • Recruiter: Arco Recruitment
  • Location: London
  • Salary: £27,000 to £28,000
  • Sector: Transport & Logistics
  • Job Type: Permanent
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Job Description

We currently have an opportunity for a Yard Assistant to join a growing independent builders' merchant. You will be responsible for handling materials, goods and equipment.Duties will include:
  • Operating forklifts, loading and unloading trucks, organizing and storing materials, maintaining inventory records, and performing routine maintenance tasks.
  • First point of contact for customers arriving at the branch
  • Be responsible for inspecting incoming and outgoing materials for damage or defects and ensuring that they are handled safely and efficiently.
  • You will play a critical role in ensuring that materials and equipment are moved and stored properly, this is essential for the smooth operation of the business.
  • We are looking for someone who has good organisational and communication skills, as well as the ability to work well as part of a team.
  • A good understanding of safety procedures and be able to follow them rigorously to minimize the risk of accidents and injuries
  • Valid Forklift License
  • Up to date forklift training certificate
Ongoing trainingIf you are interested in this opportunity and would like to find out more, please apply to this vacancy asap. Arco specialise in offering a wide range of jobs within the builder's merchants' sector and distributors of building materials throughout the UK.