Yard/Mill Operative

Huws Gray; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent building supplies company in Birmingham is seeking a Yard/Mill Operative to assist customers and manage deliveries. The ideal candidate enjoys outdoor work and teamwork. Responsibilities include providing practical advice, handling goods, and operating machinery. The role offers excellent benefits, including generous holiday and training opportunities.

Benefits

23 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Company bonus scheme

Contributory pension

Life assurance

Discounts on retailers and services

Training and development programmes

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and train.
• Able to handle deliveries and organize goods.
• Experience working outdoors and with machinery.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in finding products and provide advice.
• Manage deliveries and maintain organization.
• Ensure safety and tidiness in the yard.

Skills

Great attitude

Customer service

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift

Wood planer/thicknesser

Cross cut saw

Circular saw

Job description

Yard/Mill Operative - Huws Gray Erdington - Keep Things Moving Behind the Scenes

Be Part of Something Bigger at Huws Gray.

Whether you're in the trade or simply love a good home improvement project, chances are you've heard of us. We're the Huws Gray Group - home to a family of trusted brands including Huws Gray, Huws Gray Plant & Tool Hire, Civils & Lintels, The Timber Group, PDM, NDI, and Anglia Tool Centre. Across the UK, our branches support local communities with everything they need for building, improving, and creating - we couldn't do it without our people and that's where you come in!

We're now looking for a Yard/Mill Operative to join the team at our Erdington branch. If you enjoy working outdoors, being part of a practical team, and delivering excellent customer service, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

• Helping customers find what they need - offering friendly, practical advice and sharing your knowledge of our products
• Handling deliveries - checking in goods, storing them safely and keeping everything organised
• Loading and unloading vehicles - working closely with the branch and driving teams to keep everything moving
• Looking after our yard - keeping it safe, tidy and secure for our customers and colleagues
• Working in the mill - including; cutting timber to customer requirements, using machinery such as a wood planer/thicknesser, cross cut & circular saw & keeping your working area clean and tidy and in line with health and safety regulations

We're happy to explore flexible working options. Feel free to chat with us about it during the interview. While we might not be able to meet every request, we'll always listen with an open mind-and there's no judgment in asking.

What you'll bring

We're not expecting you to know it all from day one - that's what we're here for. We'll give you the training and support to help you hit the ground running. What really matters is that you've got a great attitude and you're ready to pitch in and be part of the team. Got a forklift licence? That's a bonus - but it's definitely not a dealbreaker.

Disability Confident

About Disability Confident: A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to .

At Huws Gray, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce makes us stronger, smarter and better at serving our customers.

We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace, whether you're based in one of our branches, on the road or in one of our offices.

If you need any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know.

Benefits

• 23 days' holiday, plus bank holidays (31 days per year)
• Company bonus scheme, based on performance
• Contributory pension and life assurance
• Discounts on high street retailers, supermarkets, restaurants, gyms and cinemas
• Colleague discount across our group brands
• Attraction and travel discounts
• Training and development programmes to support your growth