Yard Operative
| Posting date: | 04 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 August 2025 |
| Location: | Cambridgeshire, PE27 5LA |
| Company: | Huws Gray |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ORG4285-NY1346351St YO |
Summary
Yard Operative – Huws Gray St Ives, Cambridge
Be part of something bigger at Huws Gray.
Whether you're in the trade or simply love a good home improvement project, chances are you've heard of us. We’re the Huws Gray Group – home to a family of trusted brands including Huws Gray, Hirebase, Civils & Lintels, The Timber Group, PDM, NDI, and Anglia Tool Centre. Across the UK, our branches support local communities with everything they need for building, improving, and creating – we couldn’t do it without our people and that’s where you come in!
We’re now looking for a Yard Operative to join the team at our St Ives branch. If you enjoy working outdoors, being part of a practical team, and delivering excellent customer service, we’d love to hear from you.
What you’ll be doing:
As a Yard Operative, you’ll play a vital role in the day-to-day running of the yard. Here’s what the job involves:
Helping customers find what they need – offering friendly, practical advice and sharing your knowledge of our products
Handling deliveries – checking in goods, storing them safely and keeping everything organised
Loading and unloading vehicles – working closely with the branch and driving teams to keep everything moving
Looking after our yard – keeping it safe, tidy and secure for our customers and colleagues
We’re happy to explore flexible working options. Feel free to chat with us about it during the interview. While we might not be able to meet every request, we’ll always listen with an open mind—and there’s no judgment in asking.
What you’ll bring:
We don’t expect you to know everything from day one – we’ll give you the training and support you need to succeed. What matters most is your positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in. A forklift licence is a bonus, but not a dealbreaker. We are happy to offer HGV training for you to become a relief Driver, driving one of our lorries.
What’s in it for you:
We believe great work should be recognised and rewarded. Here’s what you can expect:
24 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays (32 days per year)
Company bonus scheme, based on performance
Contributory pension and life assurance
Discounts on high street retailers, supermarkets, restaurants, gyms and cinemas
Colleague discount across our group brands
Attraction and travel discounts
Training and development programmes to support your growth
We offer on-the-job training and opportunities to work towards recognised qualifications, including apprenticeships.
At Huws Gray, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce makes us stronger, smarter and better at serving our customers.
We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace, whether you’re based in one of our branches, on the road or in one of our offices.
If you need any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know.
Be part of something bigger at Huws Gray.
Whether you're in the trade or simply love a good home improvement project, chances are you've heard of us. We’re the Huws Gray Group – home to a family of trusted brands including Huws Gray, Hirebase, Civils & Lintels, The Timber Group, PDM, NDI, and Anglia Tool Centre. Across the UK, our branches support local communities with everything they need for building, improving, and creating – we couldn’t do it without our people and that’s where you come in!
We’re now looking for a Yard Operative to join the team at our St Ives branch. If you enjoy working outdoors, being part of a practical team, and delivering excellent customer service, we’d love to hear from you.
What you’ll be doing:
As a Yard Operative, you’ll play a vital role in the day-to-day running of the yard. Here’s what the job involves:
Helping customers find what they need – offering friendly, practical advice and sharing your knowledge of our products
Handling deliveries – checking in goods, storing them safely and keeping everything organised
Loading and unloading vehicles – working closely with the branch and driving teams to keep everything moving
Looking after our yard – keeping it safe, tidy and secure for our customers and colleagues
We’re happy to explore flexible working options. Feel free to chat with us about it during the interview. While we might not be able to meet every request, we’ll always listen with an open mind—and there’s no judgment in asking.
What you’ll bring:
We don’t expect you to know everything from day one – we’ll give you the training and support you need to succeed. What matters most is your positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in. A forklift licence is a bonus, but not a dealbreaker. We are happy to offer HGV training for you to become a relief Driver, driving one of our lorries.
What’s in it for you:
We believe great work should be recognised and rewarded. Here’s what you can expect:
24 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays (32 days per year)
Company bonus scheme, based on performance
Contributory pension and life assurance
Discounts on high street retailers, supermarkets, restaurants, gyms and cinemas
Colleague discount across our group brands
Attraction and travel discounts
Training and development programmes to support your growth
We offer on-the-job training and opportunities to work towards recognised qualifications, including apprenticeships.
At Huws Gray, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce makes us stronger, smarter and better at serving our customers.
We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace, whether you’re based in one of our branches, on the road or in one of our offices.
If you need any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know.
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