MALTON: Yard Operative - 6 month contract
Posted 2 days 10 hours ago by Howarth Timber Group
Join our team as a Yard Operative at Malton!
We're seeking a Yard Operative - on a 6 month contract - who is energetic, detail-orientated, and committed to quality. If you thrive in a hands-on, mainly outdoor setting and take pride in upholding high standards for our valued customers, this role is ideal for you. Join a friendly team that values excellence and teamwork! Apply now and contribute to building a better future with us!
Putting people at the heart of what we doWith more than 185 years' trading experience, the Howarth Timber Group has grown to provide not only the widest range of products, but expertise, service and knowledge you can rely on.
With a nationwide network of branches supplying timber, building and plumbing and heating materials, kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms and a dedicated manufacturing division supplying timber engineering services, the Howarth Timber Group is focused on providing market leading choice, quality, service and value.
Built on a passion for service and people, we strive to set the highest standards in the quality of our products, in the continuity of supply and in every aspect of customer service and support. Quality products and processes are what drive our passion, but people are central to everything we do and it's thanks to our loyal workforce that we've built a strong and successful business.
What does it mean to be a Howarth Timber & Building Supplies Limited Yard Operative?Reporting to the Yard Supervisor, you will assist in the day-to-day operations of a busy timber and builders merchant yard, ensuring the branch yard department operates to a high standard of customer service, whilst operating as a part of a safe working environment.
Working ConditionsThis role involves working outside for some of the time, in all weather conditions, including summer heat and cold and wet winter weather. You must be prepared to work in a physically demanding environment and be comfortable with manual labour. Appropriate PPE and workwear is, of course, provided.
Yard Operative role responsibilities include:- Experience of working within a Timber/Builder's Merchant is an advantage, although full training can be provided for the right applicant
- Warehouse and customer service experience
- FLT licence and experience
- Full manual driving licence (desirable)
- You'll be an enthusiastic, approachable and motivated person with a proactive and 'can do' attitude.
- You'll also be team oriented with a strong sense of responsibility.
- You'll need to be available to work full-time, Monday to Friday inclusive, plus alternate Saturday mornings ().
- Experience of working within a Timber/Builder's Merchant is an advantage, although full training can be provided for the right applicant
- Warehouse and customer service experience
- Full manual driving licence (desirable)
- You'll be an enthusiastic, approachable and motivated person with a proactive and 'can do' attitude.
- You'll also be team oriented with a strong sense of responsibility.
- You'll need to be available to work full-time, Monday to Friday inclusive, plus alternate Saturday mornings ().
Howarth Timber Group is proud to have been officially recognised in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026!
Benefits include:- 31 days' holiday, inclusive of Statutory Bank Holidays
- Option to buy up to an additional 5 days' annual leave per annum or sell up to 3 days' annual leave per annum
- Length of service awards
- Cycle to work scheme
- Contributory pension scheme
- Company sick pay
- Enhanced paternity and maternity pay
- Employee Assistance Programme, (24/7 helpline, counselling sessions, legal, debt and life management advice line)
- Benefits Hub (inc discounts on gift cards, travel, cinema tickets, to name a few)
- Colleague Merchant Branch discount
- Opportunity to participate in a volunteering role for one working day per year - fully paid by the Company
- Excellent training and development and scope for career progression
Applicants should put their application in writing enclosing their CV to Andrew Goodwin, Branch Manager, by email to