Yard Assistant at Elliotts

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Aug, 26

Salary

12.71

Posted On

03 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Forklift operation, Counterbalance forklift license, Customer service, Manual handling, Loading and unloading, Inventory management, Paperwork management, Housekeeping, Communication skills, Building materials knowledge

Industry

Wholesale Building Materials

Description

Job type: Full time Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Christchurch Salary: £12.71 per hour About Elliotts Elliotts is an independent builders’ merchant serving customers across the South of England. Founded in 1842, we remain family owned and focused on doing things properly. We keep things straightforward—know our customers, work safely, deliver reliably, and support each other as a team. Decisions are made locally, close to the work. The business is led by Tom, the great-great-great grandson of the founder. That long-term, hands-on approach shapes how we operate and how we look after our people. Many of our team build long careers here. It’s a stable, supportive environment where people take pride in their work and back each other day to day. Do you love the great outdoors, come rain or shine? Are you a master at manoeuvring a forklift? Why don’t you come and join our team? As a Yard Assistant, you’ll be on the frontline when it comes to serving our customers and delivering the very best customer service. Key responsibilities: Serving customers in the yard, both manually and with a forklift Loading/unloading lorries Receiving and storing products from suppliers and dealing with associated paperwork Housekeeping in the yard What you need: Counterbalance forklift license (preferred but training can be provided) Driving license Knowledge of building materials would be an advantage but training can be provided Friendly and professional manner Good communication skills High standards of customer service Who are you? At Elliotts the customer comes first, and we take ownership. We believe everyone who works here should demonstrate our core behaviours: Friendly Enthusiastic Professional Interested Attentive Helpful What’s in it for me? Annual profit share scheme 24/7 wellbeing support Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay 22 days holiday Unlimited training Staff discounts Christmas Hamper Monthly Pizza on us Company pension

Responsibilities

The Yard Assistant is responsible for serving customers in the yard, managing the loading and unloading of lorries, and handling product storage. They must also maintain yard housekeeping and complete all associated paperwork accurately.