Position: Yard Operative

Sector: Builders Merchants / Building Materials

Location: Horsham, West Sussex

Hours: Monday-Friday, 07:30-17:00; alternate Saturdays, 08:00-12:00Salary: Up to £29,000 + benefits

Yard Operative - Builders Merchants / Building Materials

We're recruiting for a Yard Operative on behalf of a leading builders merchants with a network of branches across London and the South East. If you're seeking an active role in the building materials industry and enjoy being part of a supportive team, this opportunity is for you.

Why Join as a Yard Operative?

• Work for a respected and growth-focused builders merchants with excellent opportunities for progression.
• Be part of a positive, safety-focused team in the building materials sector.
• Full training and induction for all Yard Operative duties.
• Enjoy a competitive salary, pension, employee assistance programme, and staff benefits.

Key Responsibilities of the Yard Operative:

• Safely load, unload, and move timber, fencing, and building materials around the yard using both manual and mechanical handling equipment.
• Accurately pick and prepare customer orders for collections and deliveries, upholding excellent standards typical of leading builders merchants.
• Maintain a tidy, well-organised yard and ensure compliance with all health & safety policies.
• Support with goods-in, stock checks, and assist with loading customer vehicles as required.
• Deliver friendly, helpful customer service and work as part of a collaborative yard team.

What You'll Need:

• Previous experience in a builders merchants, warehouse, or building materials environment is advantageous.
• A valid forklift licence is essential.
• Physically fit, confident in manual handling, and attentive to detail.
• Good communication skills, reliability, and a proactive attitude.

Ready to start your next chapter as a Yard Operative with a leading builders merchants? Apply today and we'll be in touch to discuss further.