Yard Assistant/Relief LGV Driver

LBS Builders Merchants Ltd; Aberystwyth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share

Discount Portal

Care Helpline

Digital GP

Staff Discount

Death in Service

Training & Progression

Job summary

LBS Builders Merchants Ltd in Aberystwyth is seeking a Yard Assistant / Relief LGV Driver to support the busy BRANCH team. You will help customers, load materials, and keep the yard and warehouse running smoothly, stepping in to drive LGV vehicles when required.

The role combines yard work with occasional driving, requiring a valid LGV Class 2 licence, good customer service, and a flexible, hands-on approach. Training for forklift is available.

Qualifications

• A valid LGV Class 2 driving licence.
• Up to date CPC and Hiab experience would be advantageous.
• Great customer service and communication skills.
• A team player with a flexible, hands-on attitude.
• Forklift licence (desirable — training can be provided).
• Commitment to health & safety and following procedures.
• Smart, professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• In the Yard & Warehouse: help customers with orders and loading materials safely into vehicles.
• Pick, check, and prepare stock for deliveries and collections.
• Loading the vehicles ready for delivery.
• Maintain stock accuracy, replenish shelves, and keep the yard well-presented.
• Assist with unloading supplier vehicles and storing goods safely.
• Operate forklifts safely (training provided if required).
• Support with regular stock checks and merchandising.
• Keep the yard clean, tidy, and safe at all times.
• Drive company vehicles safely, following all road laws and company policies.
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and ensure accurate documentation.
• Secure loads correctly, using tarpaulins and cranes where trained.
• Deliver products to customers, ensuring goods are signed for.
• Represent the company on the road with professionalism and courtesy.
• Provide first-class service to every customer

Skills

LGV Class 2 Licence

CPC & Hiab experience

Customer service

Team player

Forklift Licence

Health & Safety

Professional appearance

Job description

Yard Assistant/Relief LGV Driver

Location: Aberystwyth

Do you enjoy working outdoors, supporting customers, and getting behind the wheel? We’re looking for a Yard Assistant / Relief LGV Driver to join our busy BRANCH team. This is a varied role where you’ll support the smooth running of the yard and warehouse while also stepping in to cover LGV driving duties when required.

What You’ll Be Doing:

In the Yard & Warehouse:

• Help customers with orders and loading materials safely into their vehicles.
• Pick, check, and prepare stock for deliveries and collections.
• Loading the vehicles ready for delivery.
• Maintain stock accuracy, replenish shelves, and keep the yard well-presented.
• Assist with unloading supplier vehicles and storing goods safely.
• Operate forklifts safely (training provided if required)
• Support with regular stock checks and merchandising.
• Keep the yard clean, tidy, and safe at all times.

As a Relief LGV Driver:

• Safely operate company vehicles, following all road laws and company policies.
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and ensure accurate documentation.
• Secure loads correctly, using tarpaulins and cranes where trained.
• Deliver products to customers, ensuring goods are signed for.
• Represent the company on the road with professionalism and courtesy.
• Provide first-class service to every customer

What We’re Looking For:

• A valid LGV Class 2 driving licence.
• Up to date CPC and Hiab experience would be advantageous.
• Great customer service and communication skills.
• A team player with a flexible, hands-on attitude.
• Forklift licence (desirable — training can be provided).
• Commitment to health & safety and following procedures.
• Smart, professional appearance.

What we offer:

Some of the benefits of working for us include Profit Share Bonus Scheme, Online discount portal including money off retail brands and holidays, Employee Care Helpline and access to a digital GP, staff discount scheme, Death in Service benefit, formal training and career progression opportunities.

Hours of work:An average of 40.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 7.30am – 4.30pm, plus every other Saturday morning from 8.00am until 12.00pm.

Salary:£27,162.50per annum