Position Overview & Specifications

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Yard Operative to join our team at Otford Builders Merchants, Sevenoaks.

As a member of our yard team you will be responsible for the day to day organisation of the site under the direction of the Yard Manager and Branch Manager. You will be dealing with customer requirements, putting away stock, maintaining a clean and organised yard and assisting the Yard Manager with other duties as required to ensure the smooth operation of the business.

Role and responsibilities

Load delivery vehicles accurately
Pick loads ready for deliveries
Unload incoming vehicles and ensure good are put away
Check deliveries before signing
Serve and load customers with their requirements – only load goods on a ticket
Keep the yard tidy, safe and well presented
Report any Health and Safety issues to the branch manager
Only use machinery as trained and authorised.
Keep forklifts in good condition
Ensure daily walk round checks are completed
Ensure all paperwork is passed to the office promptly.
Ensure that the security of the stock and branch is maintained as practical.
Report stock shortages to the office
Treat all customers with courtesy

Person Specification

Good communication skills
Self-motivated with high standards
An organised team player with a positive outlook and proactive and innovative approach to problem solving
Honesty and integrity
Demonstrates a flexible approach to work that is focused on “getting the job done”
Effective time management and flexibility in working patterns needed

The Company

Founded in 1971 Otford Builders Merchants is a passionately run family-owned independent merchant.

With branches in both Otford and Ashford and an ever-growing delivery fleet we’re able to reliably deliver to Kent and the surrounding areas.

We employ a number of experienced product specialists offering over 6,000 stocked products and tens of thousands more available to order, in a number of categories such as Bricks, Landscaping, Decorating, Bathrooms, Plumbing and much more.

Our working hours are Monday to Friday 7.00 am to 5.00 pm & every other Saturday 8.00 am to 12.00pm.

Job Type: Full-time

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