Yard Operative

Yard Operative -Roofing Supplies

Location: Newhaven
Company: Parkers Building Supplies (Part of IBMG)
⏰ Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Parker Building Supplies – Southeast (est. 1984)

About Parker Building Supplies
Since 1984, Parker Building Supplies has supported customers across the Southeast with reliable materials and customer‑focused service. As part of Independent Builders Merchants Group (IBMG), we balance local relationships with group expertise.

We’re looking for a hardworking and reliable Yard Operative to join our busy Newhaven branch.

This is a hands-on, customer-facing role involving outdoor work, building materials handling, and delivering excellent service to trade and retail customers.

What You’ll Be Doing

✅ Loading and unloading building materials, including timber and roofing products

✅ Picking, checking and preparing customer orders accurately

✅ Assisting customers collecting goods from the yard

✅ Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment

✅ Operating forklift trucks (where trained and authorised)

✅ Supporting goods-in and stock management activities

✅ Working with colleagues to ensure smooth branch operations

✅ Following all health and safety procedures

What We’re Looking For

✅ Positive attitude and strong work ethic

✅ Good communication and customer service skills

✅ Previous yard, warehouse or builders merchant experience (desirable)

✅ Forklift Truck Licence (preferred but not essential)

✅ Full UK Driving Licence (preferred)

✅ Ability to work safely in a physically demanding environment

✅ Reliable, organised and team-focused approach

✅ Knowledge of building materials would be advantageous

Working Hours

Week:1

  Monday to Friday: 07:00-17:00

Week:2

     Monday to Friday: 07:00-17:00

Saturday: ​08:00 -12:00

What’s In It For You?

⭐ Competitive salary

⭐ Company pension scheme

⭐ Paid holiday entitlement

⭐ Staff discount on building materials

⭐ Training and development opportunities

⭐ Career progression within IBMG

⭐ Employee Assistance Programme

⭐ Perks Membership offering discounts with major retailers

⭐ Branded workwear provided

⭐ Friendly and supportive team environment

Apply Today

If you’re dependable, hardworking and looking to build a long-term career with a respected and successful merchant business, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and join Parkers Building  Supplies in Newhaven as a Yard Operative and play an important role in delivering excellent service to our customers.