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Yard Operative

£13.34 per hour
Full-time

The Best Connection Reading is currently recruiting a Yard Operative to join a reputable and well-established builders' merchant based in Caversham .

This role is offered on a temporary-to-permanent basis , providing an excellent opportunity for someone seeking long-term employment, job security, and progression within a respected company. If you enjoy hands-on work, being part of a close-knit team, and working in an active outdoor environment, this could be the ideal role for you.

Location

Caversham

Pay & Working Hours
  • Pay Rate: £13.34 per hour
  • Working Days: Monday to Friday
  • Hours: 7:00am - 4:30pm
  • Breaks: 1-hour unpaid lunch break

This role offers consistent weekday hours, allowing for a healthy work-life balance with no weekend work required.

Role Overview & Responsibilities

As a Yard Operative, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operations of the yard, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Working outdoors in all weather conditions, supporting daily yard operations
  • Providing a high level of customer service by assisting customers with queries and orders
  • Receiving deliveries and accurately logging all incoming goods
  • Supporting stock checks and ensuring inventory is correctly recorded
  • Checking goods for accuracy and quality before loading
  • Safely loading and unloading materials, ensuring correct handling procedures are followed
  • Maintaining a clean, tidy, and well-organised yard environment
  • Adhering to all health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working site for staff and customers

This is a varied and active role where no two days are the same.

Candidate Requirements

We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual who takes pride in their work. The ideal candidate will:

  • Be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Be physically fit and capable of lifting 25kg+
  • Have a strong work ethic and excellent attention to detail
  • Be dependable, punctual, and committed to their role
  • Enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Have a proactive, can-do attitude and be willing to learn

Previous experience in a yard, warehouse, or builders' merchant environment is beneficial.

Why Join This Role?
  • Opportunity to secure a permanent position after a successful temporary period
  • Clear routes for career progression within the business
  • Ongoing training and development to support your growth
  • Friendly, supportive, and experienced team environment
  • A stable role within a well-established and respected company

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Vacancy posted 20 days ago
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