Yard Operative

Huws Gray; Wye; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Bonus scheme

Contributory pension

Life assurance

Employee discounts

Training & development

Job summary

Huws Gray Hay on Wye is seeking a Yard Operative to join the outdoor team. You will assist customers with product knowledge, handle deliveries, and support loading and unloading to keep the yard organized and efficient.

The role emphasizes a practical team environment with a focus on safety and excellent service. Forklift licence is a bonus, but not essential, and flexible working may be discussed during interview.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused with practical product knowledge.
• Ability to handle deliveries and keep stock organised.
• Willingness to load/unload vehicles and support drivers.

Responsibilities

• Help customers find products and offer practical advice.
• Check in deliveries, store safely and keep area tidy.
• Load/unload vehicles and coordinate with branch and driving teams.
• Keep the yard safe and secure for customers and colleagues.

Skills

Customer service

Forklift licence

Team player

Organised

Job description

We're now looking for a Yard Operative to join the team at our Hay on Wye 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: As a Yard Operative, you'll play a vital role in the day-to-day running of the yard. Here's what the job involves:

• 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

Yard Operative - Huws Gray Hay on Wye - 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!, 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. INDWAR

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.

What's in it for you: We believe great work should be recognised and rewarded. Here's what you can expect:

• A strong annual leave allowance, alongside your bank holidays
• 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