Van Driver / Yard Operative
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[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is seeking a Van Driver / Yard Operative for their Bexhill branch. Responsibilities include delivering building materials, assisting customers, and maintaining the yard. The role requires a driving license, customer service skills, and the ability to perform manual handling duties. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension, and staff discounts.
Van Driver / Yard Operative
The Company
Join our team at [Employer hidden], a respected independent builder’s merchant serving the Southeast for over 10 years. With a commitment to quality products and exceptional customer service, we are part of the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG), the largest independent merchant group in the South of England
We’re expanding our team at our Bexhill Branch and are looking for a dependable Van Driver / Yard Operative to help us continue delivering excellent service to our trade and retail customers.
The Role
We currently have an opportunity for a Van Driver/ Yard Operative to join us in our Bexhill branch IRS Bexhill. You will be responsible for efficient loading of vehicles and making deliveries to sites and customers. You will also collect and deliver to and from other branches.
Responsibilities and Duties
Driving Duties
- Deliver building materials to customers using a company van (3.5t or similar), ensuring safe and legal driving at all times.
- Plan efficient delivery routes in line with schedules provided.
- Ensure all goods are correctly loaded, secured, and signed for.
- Provide excellent customer service upon delivery, resolving minor queries where possible.
- Undertaking various other driving jobs required in relation to the efficient operation of the business.
- Assisting in the yard area with deliveries and assisting customers where necessary.
Yard Duties
- Assist customers in locating and loading building materials.
- Safely load/unload goods from supplier vehicles and customer collections using forklifts (if licensed).
- Maintain yard organisation and cleanliness, ensuring materials are stored safely and correctly.
- Carry out regular stock checks and report shortages or damages.
- Follow all health & safety procedures, including PPE requirements.
### Skills & Experience Required
- Full UK driving licence .
- Experience in a similar role within a builders’ merchant, construction, or trade environment (preferred but not essential).
- Good knowledge of building materials and products (desirable).
- Forklift licence (counterbalance) desirable but training may be provided.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions and perform manual handling duties.
The Hours
Monday to Friday 7:00-17:00
The Rewards
What we Offer
At IBMG, we value our employees and offer a supportive work environment that fosters growth and development. By joining our team, you will have access to training opportunities, career advancement prospects, and a range of benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme and paid holidays
- Supportive team and positive work environment
- Career development and training
- Staff discount on building materials
- Employee assistance program
- Perks Membership (Discounts available in a variety of retailers)
- Branded Uniform
If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute your skills and be part of a dynamic team at Independent Roofing Supplies apply now for the Van Driver/ Yard Operative position. Join us in our mission to deliver excellence in the Builders Merchant Sector.
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Closing Date
03/04/2026
Location
Bexhill - IRS
Department
Branch
Job Title
Van Driver / Yard Operative
Experience
Driving License essential . Fork lifts license, .previous experience .Willingness to learn .
City
Bexhill
Country
United Kingdom
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