Yard Operative

Huws Gray; Caernarfon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction supply company is seeking a Yard Operative for their Caernarfon branch. The ideal candidate enjoys outdoor work, excels in customer service, and is ready to learn. You will assist customers, manage deliveries, and maintain a safe yard. A forklift licence and driving skills are preferred. The role offers 23 days of holiday plus bank holidays and various company benefits including discounts and training opportunities.

Benefits

23 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Company bonus scheme

Contributory pension

Employee discounts

Training and development programs

Qualifications

• Forklift licence preferred.
• Driving licence and own transport preferred.
• Willingness to learn and be part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Helping customers find products and offering practical advice.
• Handling deliveries and managing stock in the yard.
• Loading and unloading vehicles and maintaining an organized yard.

Skills

Customer service

Forklift operation

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

Yard Operative – Huws Gray Caernarfon

Be part of something bigger at Huws Gray. We’re the Huws Gray Group – home to 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’re looking for a Yard Operative to join the team at our Caernarfon 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 – driving forklifts, 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

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.

Forklift licence is preferred for this role. Driving licence and own transport would also be preferred due to the location of the branch.

What’s In It For You

• 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

We offer on-the-job training and opportunities to work towards recognised qualifications, including apprenticeships.

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.