Yard Assistant

What’s involved in the role?

As a Yard Assistant, you will be expected to unload, handle, transport and store materials safely and securely. Assist customers to load their vehicles when required as well as assisting to prepare customers orders as advised by the Yard Supervisor. Answer customers’ questions and queries, or direct them to another member of staff. Maintain high standards of stock handling and management and ensure the yard is clean, tidy and free from hazards. Operate Fork Lift Trucks/lifting and moving equipment if qualified to do so.

Salary

Up to £25k

Personal skills

You’ll have good communication skills to advise customers clearly and accurately.
To be friendly and helpful.
Basic numeracy skills for measurements, calculations and handling cash.
To be reasonably good at written English to deal with the paperwork.
To be punctual, reliable and honest.
Stamina and a good level of physical fitness.
A neat and tidy appearance.

Entry requirements

None

Pathways in

Any