Yard Operative

Are you based in the Bridgeton, Glasgow area?

Do you have a passion for working with people? Do you have Forklift Licence and Yard work experience?

Jewson a leading building materials distributor in Northern Europe, is on the hunt for a Yard Operative, who is as passionate about great service as we are. Will an immediate start available for the right candidate.

We provide a fulfilling and enjoyable work environment with ample opportunities for career growth, along with a competitive salary, staff discount, life assurance, and 33 days of holiday (pro rata - inclusive of bank holidays).

Hours - Monday to Friday 7:30am-5pm, Alternative Saturdays 8am-12pm

Jewson, 85 David Street, Bridgeton, Glasgow, G40 2UH

Key Responsibilities

• 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 Jewson Values
• Help to prepare customer orders, load and unload customer and supplier vehicles using a Forklift 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
• Keep the branch looking clean and tidy, to make a great first impression on our customers
• Make Health & Safety a priority and demonstrate how you can keep yourself and others safe at work

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive salary and benefits package, plus generous staff discounts
• A supportive team environment where your contributions are recognised and valued
• Opportunities to grow your skills and career within our organisation
• Flexible working arrangements to help you balance work and life
• We will provide training on Counter Balance Forklift and Combi vehicles

Required Skills and Experience

• Previous industry experience preferred but not essential
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work accordingly
• Strong communication skills
• Confident working both indoors and outdoors
• A health and safety focus
• Comfortable in a role involving extensive manual handling of bulky items

About us

At Jewson, we're proud to be part of STARK Building Materials UK and dedicated to providing top-quality products and exceptional service to our customers. We're a friendly and collaborative team, passionate about what we do and committed to doing it well.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and join a team that is dedicated to providing great service, we want to hear from you. Apply today!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Overtime

Application question(s):

• What us your email address?
• What is your notice period?

Experience:

• Customer service: 2 years (required)
• warehouse/yard: 2 years (required)
• Building Materials: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: JR19947