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Yard Assistant

Sydenhams Limited
Posted 7 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Frome, Somerset BA11 4RW, England

Salary

£28,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Sydenhams is seeking a reliable and hardworking Yard Assistant for their Frome branch, offering a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package.
  • The role requires a commitment of 47 hours per week, working Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and every other Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
  • Key responsibilities include maintaining stock in the yard, assisting with deliveries, and ensuring a clean and safe working environment.
  • While knowledge of building materials and a forklift license are beneficial, they are not essential for applicants.
  • Candidates should have strong organizational skills, good communication abilities, and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team, with no specific year of experience required.
Yard Assistant - Frome

Job Type:Full-Time
Location:Frome
Hours:Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (30-minute lunch break) Every other Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Total Weekly Hours:47 hours

About Us:

Sydenhams are an established, family-run company, and we pride ourselves on our exceptional service, products, and people across every area of the business.

Our Builders Merchants are the heart of the Sydenhams Group and for over 150 years (since 1874), we've been providing timber and other building materials across the southern central region of the UK. Our staff provide expert advice, recommend quality products, and we happily share our specialist knowledge. From people working within a trade to DIYers, everyone is welcomed to our branches and we look forward to helping them!

About the Role:
We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Yard Assistant to join our team at our Frome branch. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for maintaining the yard, organising stock, and providing excellent service to our customers. The role involves handling building materials and ensuring smooth yard operations to support the wider team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Organising and maintaining stock in the yard.
  • Ensuring that orders are ready for collection or delivery.
  • Assist with unloading deliveries and moving materials around the yard.
  • Supporting the sales team by providing accurate stock information.
  • Ensuring the yard is clean, safe, and well-organised at all times.

Desirable Skills and Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of building materials is helpful but not essential.
  • Forklift licence is beneficial, but not required.
  • Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to work well in a team and independently.
  • Good communication skills.

What We Offer:

  • Full training and ongoing support.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • A friendly, supportive work environment.
  • The opportunity to grow and develop within a well-established company.

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