Warehouse Operative / Relief Van Driver

Independent Builders Merchant Group; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension & paid holidays

Staff discount

Employee Assistance Programme

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Independent Builders Merchant Group is seeking a Warehouse Operative / Van Driver in Abingdon for a full-time and permanent position. The role combines warehouse duties, including receiving and managing stock, and delivery tasks using a company van.

The ideal candidate will possess a full UK driving licence, strong customer service skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Competitive salary and benefits like pension and employee assistance are offered.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Experience in plumbing sales is an advantage.
• Product knowledge in plumbing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and book in supplier deliveries.
• Pick, prepare, and load customer orders.
• Deliver goods to customers using a 3.5t company van.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised warehouse.

Skills

Strong customer service and communication skills

Reliability

Can-do attitude

Ability to work independently

Physically fit

Confidence with cold calling

Job description

Warehouse Operative / Van Driver – Plumbing

Abingdon | Full-Time | Permanent

Grant & Stone Plumbing (Part of IBMG)

About Us

Grant & Stone Plumbing supplies high-quality plumbing and heating products, backed by expert advice and excellent customer service. As part of IBMG, we combine specialist knowledge with national strength.

This is a hands-on role, combining warehouse duties with customer deliveries, ensuring goods are handled safely and delivered on time.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Duties:

• Receive and book in supplier deliveries
• Pick, prepare, and load customer orders
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised warehouse
• Support stock control and inventory management
• Assist customers and team members as needed
• Operate forklift (training provided if required)

Driving Duties:

• Deliver goods to customers using a 3.5t company van
• Load and secure products safely
• Provide excellent customer service on delivery
• Support yard/warehouse tasks when not driving

What We’re Looking For

• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Reliable with a can-do attitude
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Physically fit (lifting required)
• Product knowledge (advantage)
• Plumbing sales background
• Confidence with cold calling

Hours

• Week 1: Mon–Fri 07:30–17:15
• Week 2: Mon–Fri 07:30–17:15 + alt. Sat 08:00–12:00

What You Get

• Competitive salary
• Pension & paid holidays
• Staff discount
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail perks
• Training & development opportunities