Yard Operative - Acton Branch
The Acton Branch is looking to recruit a Yard Operative. This is a full time, permanent position.
Previous experience in a Timber or Builders Merchants is desirable, preferably with forklift experience, however training will be provided.
As a Yard Operative you will maintain high standards of customer service, stock handling, housekeeping and Yard safety and security.
It will be necessary for the successful candidate to hold a full valid Driving License.
Key Task Requirements
- It will be necessary for the successful candidate to hold a full valid Driving License
- Continually projecting and promoting the company image of service and quality.
- Unload, handle, transport and store materials safely and securely.
- Assist customers to load their vehicles when required.
- Assisting to prepare customers ordered as advised by the Yard Supervisor.
- Answer customers questions and queries or direct them to another member of staff.
- Maintain high standards of stock handling and management.
- Ensure the Yard is clean, tidy and free from hazards.
- Use of Fork Lift Trucks / lifting and moving equipment and timber cutting equipment (where applicable and after full training has been completed)
- Reporting of all defects of company plant and machinery immediately to the Yard Supervisor (where authorised and trained to use)
- Participate in training to develop a knowledge of the company, its products and the elements necessary to be successful in the business.
The Job Package
- Competitive Salary
- 22 Days Annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
- Company Pension Scheme
- Death In service Benefit
- Employee Assisted Programme
- Staff Discount Card (qualifying period - 3 Months)
- Staff Uniform
- Additional Staff Benefits and Training
Key Skill Requirements
- Previous experience within a Builders Merchants or similar desirable.
- Forklift experience desirable, but not essential as full training will be given.
- Excellent communication skills and customer service skills
- Basic Building & Timber Product knowledge desirable.
- Ensure that customer requests are carried out accurately and promptly.
- Sufficiently competent in Maths to measure timber accurately and basic literacy required.
- Relate to co-workers in a supportive manner.
- The ability to work under pressure and to multi task.
- Reasonable level of fitness.
- Be vigilant at all times to prevent loss of products by theft etc.
Additional training will be provided
If you feel that you are suitably qualified and have the skills and attributes necessary to fulfil this role, then please apply in writing to hr@lawsons.co.uk enclosing your C.V. Please add the reference Acton Yard to your application.
Closing Date for applications Friday 8th June 2018
