Yard Operative
Posted 4 days 6 hours ago by Independent Builders Merchant Group
Location: Slough
Company: Grant & Stone (Part of IBMG)
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Grant & Stone Building Supplies has supported construction projects across the South East since 1987, delivering expert advice and outstanding customer service. As part of the Independent Builders Merchants Group (IBMG), we combine local expertise with national strength.
We're looking for a hardworking and reliable Yard Operative to join our busy Slough branch.
This is a hands-on, customer-facing role involving outdoor work, building materials handling, and delivering excellent service to trade and retail customers.
What You'll Be Doing- Loading and unloading building materials, including timber and roofing products
- Picking, checking and preparing customer orders accurately
- Assisting customers collecting goods from the yard
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
- Operating forklift trucks (where trained and authorised)
- Supporting goods-in and stock management activities
- Working with colleagues to ensure smooth branch operations
- Following all health and safety procedures
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Previous yard, warehouse or builders merchant experience (desirable)
- Forklift Truck Licence (preferred but not essential)
- Full UK Driving Licence (preferred)
- Ability to work safely in a physically demanding environment
- Reliable, organised and team-focused approach
- Knowledge of building materials would be advantageous
Week:1
Monday to Friday: : 7:30am - 5:15pm
Week:2
Monday to Friday : 7:30am - 5:15pm
Saturday: 8:00am - 12:00pm
What's In It For You?- Staff discount on building materials
- Training and development opportunities
- Career progression within IBMG
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Perks Membership offering discounts with major retailers
- Branded workwear provided
- Friendly and supportive team environment
If you're dependable, hardworking and looking to build a long-term career with a respected and successful merchant business, we'd love to hear from you.
Needs to have experience working in a yard on a forklift