Yard Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Yard Operative to join our team at Otford Builders Merchants, Sevenoaks.
As a member of our yard team you will be responsible for the day to day organisation of the site under the direction of the Yard Manager and Branch Manager. You will be dealing with customer requirements, putting away stock, maintaining a clean and organised yard and assisting the Yard Manager with other duties as required to ensure the smooth operation of the business.
Role and responsibilities
- Load delivery vehicles accurately
- Pick loads ready for deliveries
- Unload incoming vehicles and ensure good are put away
- Check deliveries before signing
- Serve and load customers with their requirements – only load goods on a ticket
- Keep the yard tidy, safe and well presented
- Report any Health and Safety issues to the branch manager
- Only use machinery as trained and authorised.
- Keep forklifts in good condition
- Ensure daily walk round checks are completed
- Ensure all paperwork is passed to the office promptly.
- Ensure that the security of the stock and branch is maintained as practical.
- Report stock shortages to the office
- Treat all customers with courtesy
Person Specification
- Good communication skills
- Self-motivated with high standards
- An organised team player with a positive outlook and proactive and innovative approach to problem solving
- Honesty and integrity
- Demonstrates a flexible approach to work that is focused on “getting the job done”
- Effective time management and flexibility in working patterns needed
The Company
Founded in 1971 Otford Builders Merchants is a passionately run family-owned independent merchant.
With branches in both Otford and Ashford and an ever-growing delivery fleet we’re able to reliably deliver to Kent and the surrounding areas.
We employ a number of experienced product specialists offering over 6,000 stocked products and tens of thousands more available to order, in a number of categories such as Bricks, Landscaping, Decorating, Bathrooms, Plumbing and much more.
Our working hours are Monday to Friday 7.00 am to 5.00 pm & every other Saturday 8.00 am to 12.00pm.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Work Location: One location
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: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Yard Operative roles across Otford Builders Merchants'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 General.
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 £23,835 - £64,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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