Yard Assistant

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Jewson
Building materials supplier offering a wide range of products for construction projects.
Part‑time yard assistant handling customer orders, stock & loading in Leeds.
16 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
6,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Project estimating
Tool hire
Brick and timber specialist
Kitchen and bathroom showrooms
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
order picking
stock management
delivery inspection
health safety
customer advice
branch cleanliness
  • Help to pick and prepare customer orders, load and unload customer and supplier vehicles (in-house forklift training will be provided)
  • Maintain stock levels in both the shop and yard areas, carrying out regular stock counts
  • Get to know our product lines so you can offer advice and help to customers, making the most of all customer interactions in line with our Jewson Values
  • Check incoming deliveries and report missing or damaged products
  • Make Health & Safety a priority and demonstrate how you can keep yourself and others safe at work
  • Keep the branch looking clean and tidy, to make a great first impression on our customers
  • Welcome customers to the branch and take an active interest in their projects
What you bring
indoor/outdoor
manual handling
customer-facing
  • Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors
  • Comfortable in a role involving extensive manual handling of bulky items
  • Experience in a customer facing role
Benefits
  • Access to discounts with hundreds of your favourite high street and online retailers
  • A wide range of voluntary benefits including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, car salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare and more.
  • Life assurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Generous employee discounts
  • Access to a wealth of health and wellbeing services including access to online GP appointments and mental health support
  • Competitive salary and discretionary bonus
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave for anyone expecting or adopting a child
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
  • in‑house recruitment team contacts successful applicants to arrange an interview and answer initial questions.
Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
170 years
Company History
Operational and evolving in the UK market for a significant period.
  • With a vast network of branches across the country, serves a wide range of construction projects.
  • Offers an extensive product portfolio, ranging from timber and plumbing supplies to building materials and tools.
  • Specializes in sectors such as residential, commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and energy.
  • Known for providing tailored solutions with a focus on quality and service.
  • A trusted partner, having supplied products to iconic buildings and landmark projects.
  • Prides itself on expert knowledge across its materials, helping clients choose the right products.
Culture + Values
  • Safety is a top priority
  • Customer satisfaction is a focus
  • Committed to continuous improvement
  • A team-driven business
  • Act with integrity
  • Passionate about providing sustainable solutions
Environment + Sustainability
Net zero by 2050
Carbon Emission Target
Achieving net zero carbon emissions by a significant future date, marking a commitment to sustainability and climate action.
Over 90%
Responsibly Sourced Products
A substantial majority of products are sourced responsibly, reflecting a dedication to ethical and sustainable practices.
  • Aiming to reduce carbon emissions in supply chain operations
  • Committed to supporting circular economy principles, including waste reduction and recycling
  • Promoting sustainable building materials and energy-efficient solutions
Inclusion & Diversity
26% Leadership Roles
Women in Leadership
Reflects the proportion of women in leadership positions within the company, highlighting gender representation at senior levels.
  • Jewson has a comprehensive diversity and inclusion strategy to create a fair and inclusive workplace for all employees.
  • The company actively pursues attracting diverse talent through strategic partnerships and innovative recruitment methods.
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