Yard/Warehouse operative

Kent Plc; Meopham Green; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Plc is seeking a motivated Yard/warehouse Assistant to join our team. The role blends customer service with hands-on yard operations, including loading/unloading, stock organisation and helping customers with product inquiries.

Successful candidates will have prior retail or warehouse experience, ability to work outdoors in varying weather, and a valid driving licence for occasional deliveries. Training for forklift may be provided.

Qualifications

• Customer-oriented approach and good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a yard/warehouse environment.
• Basic computer tasks and POS familiarity is a plus.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist loading and unloading materials for customers and suppliers.
• Organise, stock and maintain the yard for efficient workflow.
• Conduct regular inventory checks and report stock levels.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment according to safety protocols.
• Provide friendly customer support and product inquiries assistance.
• Support sales and yard team and other departments during peak periods.

Skills

Customer oriented

Team player

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Driving licence

Flexible hours

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking Yard/warehouse Assistant to join our dynamic team. This role combines customer service and hands-on tasks, requiring you to assist with sales operations, provide excellent customer support, and maintain the organization and cleanliness of the yard. You will play a key role in ensuring smooth daily operations and helping customers with product inquiries, loading/unloading, and ensuring orders are fulfilled efficiently.

• Yard Operations:
• Assist in loading and unloading materials for customers and suppliers, ensuring accuracy and safety.
• Organize, stock, and maintain the yard to ensure efficient workflow and easy product access.
• Conduct regular inventory checks and report stock levels to management.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by adhering to company health and safety protocols.
• Team Collaboration:
• Work closely with the sales and yard team to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Support other departments as needed during peak periods or when short-staffed.
• Experience: Previous experience in retail sales, warehouse, or yard work is preferred but not essential.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift and move heavy items (up to 50 lbs) and work in outdoor conditions.
• Customer-Oriented: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to assist customers in a friendly and efficient manner.
• Team Player: Willing to assist colleagues and work collaboratively to meet team goals.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to follow instructions accurately and ensure proper inventory management.
• Basic Computer Skills: Familiarity with basic computer tasks and POS systems is a plus.
• Working Conditions:
• Ability to work in outdoor conditions (heat, cold, and weather changes).
• Flexible working hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• Driving licence also required as occasional deliveries would also be required.
• Our insurance company requires you to be over 25yr old and need a licence to drive 3500kg vehicle.
• If you have a forklift licence this is also advantage as it is not essential as training for the right person would be provided.
• The work is in a construction materials yard and therefore the environment and customer engagement may be something your already familiar with or may need getting used to.