Current Vacancy:
Builders Merchant Assistant - Richmond
Hours: Full Time / Salary: Competitive
Closing Date: 16th April 2026
About Us:
We're a growing family-run independent Builders' and Plumbers' Merchant with over 160 years' experience in the supply of building materials to local tradespeople, businesses, and DIY customers across our network of 37 branches in the north of England and online.
Our success is down to our exceptional people and family values, providing our customers with a 5-star service and expert advice. As one of the "1000 UK companies to inspire" for 2 years, we are committed to investing in our employees. We'll support you in your training and development throughout your career with us.
What you’ll be doing:
As a Building Merchant Assistant will be a key member of the team at our branch in Richmond. Your job will be to deliver customer service on our Sales Counter, including Plumbing and Heating, and assist in our yard to support the team in delivering an excellent customer experience. As well as taking care of our customers, you’ll be required to load and unload our vehicles as well as our suppliers, manage stock, keep the sales area and yard clean and tidy and provide a safe working environment for everyone. The role will offer you the chance to learn new skills, work within a successful team and do your part to take this branch to the next level.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate an excellent work ethic, good organisation skills and be a great team player. Experience in a similar role would be preferable but isn’t essential as full training will be given. A forklift tuck licence is essential and customer service experience would be a significant advantage.
What we can offer:
We know that our colleagues are our greatest strength, so we've created a benefits package that means w e attract the best candidates. From a competitive salary, enhanced holidays, endless training options, staff discount and our annual profit share, all of which are available to all our permanent employees.
- Profit share
- Company social events
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced Holidays
- Generous staff discount
- Life assurance
- Training Courses
- Free on-site parking
How to apply:
Please send your CV with a cover email via Indeed.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
