Hassocks
Parkers Building Supplies (Part of IBMG)
Full-Time | Alternating Saturdays
Competitive Salary + Great Benefits
About Us
Since 1984, Parkers Building Supplies has been supporting trade and retail customers across the Southeast with quality building materials and outstanding customer service.
As part of the Independent Builders Merchants Group (IBMG), we combine the strengths of a national group with the friendly, local service our customers value.
We're looking for a reliable Van Driver / Yard Operative to join our team at our Hassocks branch.
The Role
This is a varied role combining customer deliveries with yard operations. You'll spend part of your time delivering building materials to customers and part supporting the day-to-day running of our busy yard.
You'll be a key member of the branch team and often the face of Parkers when delivering directly to customers.
Driving Duties
- Deliver building materials safely and efficiently using a company van (up to 3.5t)
- Plan delivery routes and complete deliveries on schedule
- Check and secure loads before leaving the branch
- Provide excellent customer service on every delivery
- Represent Parkers Building Supplies professionally at all times
- Serve customers and assist with loading vehicles
- Load and unload supplier and customer deliveries
- Operate a forklift (if licensed)
- Pick and prepare customer orders
- Keep the yard clean, organised, and safe
- Carry out stock checks and report any discrepancies
- Follow all Health & Safety procedures and PPE requirements
What We're Looking For
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Experience within a builders' merchant, trade, warehouse, or construction environment beneficial
- Good customer service and communication skills
- Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors
- Reliable, hard-working, and safety conscious
- Positive attitude and strong team ethic
Working Hours
Week 1
Monday-Friday: 7:00am-5:00pm
Week 2
Monday-Friday: 7:00am-5:00pm
Saturday: 7:00am-12:30pm
- Staff discount on building materials
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Retail discounts through Perks Membership
- Full uniform provided
- Training and development opportunities
- Career progression across IBMG
- Friendly and supportive team environment
If you're a dependable driver who enjoys customer interaction and hands-on work, we'd love to hear from you.
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