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Yard Operative 3 Month Fixed Term
Job summary
Employer: RGB Building Supplies
Position: RGB Building Supplies – Yard Operative 3 Month Fixed Term
Salary: Competitive
Location: Bideford
Work arrangement: On-site
Employment type: Fixed Term - Full time
Closing date: 24.08.2026
Job description
Yard Operative – Builders’ Merchant
Location: Bideford
Company: RGB Building Supplies (Part of IBMG)
Full‑Time 3 Month Fixed Term
🧱 RGB – Southwest (est. 1850)
About RGB
Founded in 1850, RGB is one of the Southwest’s most established builders’ merchants. With generations of customer‑led service, and as part of Independent Builders Merchants Group (IBMG), RGB delivers trusted materials backed by national strength.
️We’re now looking for a reliable Yard Operative to join our team at our Bideford Branch
The Role
We are looking for a Yard Operative to support the safety and efficient running of our branch.
This is a hands‑on, outdoor role involving heavy materials and direct customer interaction.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Load and unload roofing materials and timber
- Pick and prepare customer orders
- Assist customers collecting goods from the yard
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe yard area
- Operate forklift trucks (if trained)
- Follow all health and safety procedures
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
- Positive, can‑do attitude
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Forklift licence (preferred but not essential)
- Full UK driving licence
- Yard or builders’ merchant experience (desirable)
- Sales or product knowledge is a bonus
Working Hours
- Monday – Friday 07:30 –16:30
- Monday – Friday 07:30 – 16:30 Saturday 08:00-12:00
What You’ll Get
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme & paid holidays
- Training and career development opportunities
- Staff discount on building materials
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Retail discounts (Perks Membership)
- Branded uniform provided
- Supportive and friendly team
Apply Today
If you’re hardworking, dependable, and looking to build a long‑term career with a respected local business, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and join RGB Building Supplies in delivering excellent service across the sector.
