Yard Operative - AVS Peterborough
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Position Overview & Specifications
AVS
AVS is part of the Lawsons Group, which is the UK’s largest independent fencing, timber and builders’ merchants and now boasts 37 branches, 700 employees and £200 million turnover, founded in 1921 and operates across London and the South East of England.
The Role
Creating a friendly, safe and welcoming environment by direct approach that encourages return custom to enable branch sales and margin growth.
((( Experience working in a Yard at a Builders Merchants is Essential )))
Working Hours - Mon - Fri 07.30 - 17.00 / alternate Saturdays 08.00 - 12.00 = 44.5 hours per week.
Postcode of branch - PE3 7NZ
Key Accountabilities…
Cultivate and maintain exceptional standards of customer service and ensure Lawsons Best Practice, Standards and Company Policies are met
Assist in the company stock
Ensure that stock is replenished, rotated and merchandised
Maintain the yard to a high standard of tidiness and cleanliness
Build rapport, be polite and courteous to customers
Be vigilant to prevent loss of product by theft etc
Be vigilant and report any Health & Safety issues to the Line Manager immediately
We would love to meet someone with…
Experience working in a Yard at a Builders Merchants (essential)
A positive & approachable attitude
Yard experience in a similar industry
Experience operating a Forklift
Good product knowledge within the Industry
Professionalism and who will promote and adhere to the company's value’s
Good interpersonal skills, confidence and ability to approach customers
Basic literacy & numeracy skills
What is in it for you…
Competitive Salary dependant on experience
23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Pension Scheme
Death In Service Scheme
Employee Assisted Programme
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Construction
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Yard Operative - AVS Peterborough roles across Lawsons Whetstone's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Construction.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,000 - £25,500 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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