The Role

We have a great opportunity for Yard Operative/HGV Driver to join the team at our Longbridge branch. You will be working in the yard and warehouse to retrieve stock as well as preparing and picking orders to be loaded onto our lorries for delivery. When required, you will also be making multi-drop deliveries of building materials around the local area in a safe and professional manner.

Person & Skills

The successful candidate will be familiar with all aspects of stock handling and have knowledge of heavy-side building materials. Ideally you will have recent experience of driving a counterbalance and combination forklift, as well as having a valid forklift licence. Additionally, the successful candidate will also need to hold an HGV category C license. A HIAB/ALLMI certificate and HIAB experience, as well as Moffett experience, are all preferred.

Hours

• Sociable hours – no overnight stays or late evenings
• 42.5 hours per week Monday-Friday
• Start and Finish times could be 7:30am-5:00pm / 7:00am-4:30pm / 6:30am-4:00pm
• Participation in the Saturday Morning Rota - typically two Saturday mornings per month which are paid at on top of basic salary at a higher hourly overtime rate

Benefits

• Permanent, full-time employment (part time may be considered upon request)
• Competitive salary
• Overtime rates, Saturday paid at 1.5x hourly rate, weekdays at 1.25x hourly rate
• Company Profit Share Bonus (dependant on company performance)
• Enhanced company pension scheme – Salary sacrifice
• 25 days’ paid holiday + 8 paid Bank Holidays
• Length of Service annual leave increases up to 30 days + bank holidays
• Flexible Holiday Scheme – buy or sell extra holiday up to 3 days
• Paid Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Year
• Enhanced paternity and maternity pay
• CPC Training Provided
• Colleague discounts
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Health Cash Plan – Salary Sacrifice
• Company workwear/PPE provided
• Employee Support Line & Mental Health First Aiders

Key tasks will include

• Picking orders and serving Customers
• Stock rotation and maintenance
• Assisting with Loading / Unloading of HGV vehicles in a safe manner
• Driving an HGV Vehicle in accordance with the Delivery Schedule
• Maintaining records of journey times, mileage and hours worked
• Conducting pre-trip vehicle inspections
• Operating a Tacho-Graph in line with current legislation
• Delivering a safe, First class service to our valued trade customers and members of the public
• Health & Safety awareness/adherence.

Location

Longbridge

About Us

With over a century of experience in the construction industry, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s largest independent builders’ merchants. Our network of branches across the Midlands and South-East offer a wide range of building materials and expert advice to everyone from national housebuilders to local tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts. Whether it’s bricks and blocks, timber, landscaping supplies, or specialist products, we deliver with reliability and care. Our knowledgeable staff, responsive service and strong supply partnerships ensure our customers can depend on us to keep their projects moving forward. 

We have a deep-rooted commitment to our people and communities, and giving back is core to who we are. Each year we donate a portion of our profits to the EH Smith Charitable Trust, supporting local charities and not-for-profit organisations that make a real difference in the communities we serve.

Our People

At the heart of our business are our colleagues, and that’s why we champion a people-first culture that is caring, respectful and genuinely supportive. We prioritise our colleagues’ well-being and growth, fostering a culture where individuals feel valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. 

We believe that learning never stops, and so we actively invest in the development of our colleagues, providing opportunities to grow and thrive in an inclusive, positive environment. Whether someone is just starting their journey with us or looking to take the next step, we provide the tools, encouragement, and opportunities to help them grow and thrive.

If you wish to apply for this vacancy, please complete the form below.

If you wish to apply for this vacancy, please complete the form below.