COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Lords Builders Merchants was established over 30 years ago and remains a family-run business. Our network of 15 branches offers a broad range of building materials and extended delivery area for trade professionals and homeowners in across London and the Home Counties. Part of the Lords Group of companies, Lords Builders Merchants is part of the Lords Group of companies, offering good opportunities for growth and development.
Lords Group is an equal opportunity employer that recognises the importance of diversity and inclusion. Our workplace is for everyone! The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be forward-thinking. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background and come and join the Lords family.

REQUIREMENTS

• Forklift certification and experience operating a forklift
• Experience working in a Builders Merchant
• Ability to lift heavy objects and stand for long periods of time
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures
• Eligible to work in the UK
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: £29,500.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Byfleet, KT14 7JQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Builders Merchant: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Counterbalance Forklift Licence (required)

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 17

We are looking for a full-time Forklift Truck Driver to join the team at our branch in Byfleet, Surrey. The successful candidate will be part of a busy yard team picking loads, loading and unloading our vehicles and those of our customers and suppliers. Duties include keeping the yard clean and tidy, maintaining a high standard of presentation and stock rotation. You will also be expected to report any health and safety issues, and to check and defect plant and machinery daily.
Although this role is mainly yard based, you will be required to serve on the Trade Counter and answer phone calls from customers occasionally.
The successful candidate will hold counterbalance and multi-directional forklift licences and have a minimum of 2 years’ experience of a similar role, ideally having experience in a Builders Merchant. They will also be team players with a positive outlook and have a real focus on customer service.
Hours: 7am-5pm Mon-Fri, 8am-12pm alternate Saturdays
Holiday: 21 days per year plus Bank Holidays
Salary: £29,500 per year
Benefits: Discretionary bonus scheme