Location: Maidstone
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 customerfocused 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 Maidstone branch.
This is a hands-on, customer-facing role involving outdoor work, building materials handling, and delivering excellent service to trade and retail customers.
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
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
Week:1
Monday to Friday: 07:00-17:00
Week:2
Monday to Friday: 07:00-17:00
Saturday: 08:00 -12:00
- 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
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 Maidstone as a Yard Operative and play an important role in delivering excellent service to our customers.
