Yard Operative

JP Corry; Bangor; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

JP Corry is recruiting a Yard Sales Adviser for our Bangor branch. The role involves welcoming customers, assisting with product enquiries, loading/unloading vehicles, preparing orders for collection or delivery, and maintaining a safe, tidy yard.

A forklift licence or willingness to be trained is required, along with a focus on health and safety and customer service. Hours are full-time (41.5 hours per week) with flexible patterns considered.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar or trade-related environment is beneficial.
• Forklift licence or willingness to be trained.
• Strong awareness of health and safety practices.
• Good communication skills and a positive, customer-focused attitude.
• Team-focused approach and pride in your work.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming customers in a friendly and professional way, supporting with product enquiries.
• Safely loading and unloading vehicles, and preparing customer orders for collection or delivery.
• Operating forklifts and handling equipment in line with safety procedures.
• Supporting stock management, including replenishment and stock counts.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised yard environment.
• Working with the branch team to support sales, service and operational targets.
• Completing health and safety checks and required training.
• Representing the business positively and supporting our values of Decency, Passion and Pride.
• Carrying out any other reasonable duties to support the wider team and business.

Skills

Forklift licence

Health and safety awareness

Customer-focused

Team player

Willingness to learn

Job description

JP Corry are a leading Builders’ Merchant in Northern Ireland; known for the quality of our products and the service we provide across building materials and timber-based solutions.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We believe that building a diverse team strengthens our business, supports innovation and helps us better serve the communities we work in.

Our values of Decency, Passion and Pride guide how we treat each other, our customers and our partners. We are focused on creating an inclusive environment where individuals are supported to grow, develop and reach their potential. By investing in the right tools, training and ongoing support, we aim to give every colleague a fair opportunity to build a successful and rewarding career with us.

We are recruiting a Yard Sales Adviser to join the successful and supportive team at our branch in Bangor.

What will I be doing?

• Welcoming customers in a friendly and professional way, supporting with product enquiries
• Safely loading and unloading vehicles, and preparing customer orders for collection or delivery
• Operating forklifts and handling equipment in line with safety procedures
• Supporting stock management, including replenishment and stock counts
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised yard environment
• Working with the branch team to support sales, service and operational targets
• Completing health and safety checks and required training
• Representing the business positively and supporting our values of Decency, Passion and Pride
• Carrying out any other reasonable duties to support the wider team and business

Hours of Work

Full-time: 41.5 hours per week. Flexible working hours/patterns will be considered.

Branch opening hours are: Mon - Thurs 07.30 - 17.00, Fri 07.30 - 16.00 and Sat 08.00 - 12.00.

What do we need from you?

• Experience in a similar or trade-related environment (helpful but not essential)
• A forklift licence, or willingness to be trained
• A strong awareness of health and safety practices
• Good communication skills and a positive, customer-focused attitude
• A team-focused approach and pride in your work
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills

Desirable (not Essential)

• Experience in a similar role or environment
• Previous forklift (FLT) experience and/or licence

Our commitment to inclusion

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, and we aim to provide a fair and accessible recruitment process.

If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know and we will support you where we can.