NHS Trade have a permanent full-time Yard Person role available based at our Lambton branch.
Who We Are
NHS are a local, family-owned company, with a long history in the Newcastle and Hunter region. We have branches in Lambton, Cardiff and Beresfield, servicing tradies and serious renovators. We strive to be the region’s best supplier of building materials. We offer great products and great service which reflect our core values of:
- We are safe
- We are dependable
- We are family
- We are the easiest part of the customers day
About The Role
The Yard Person role is a hands-on operational position that plays a critical part in ensuring the safe, efficient and dependable operation of our warehouse and yard functions.
The role is responsible for accurately picking and preparing customer orders, assisting with the loading and unloading of products, maintaining stock levels and supporting the overall presentation, safety and organisation of the yard. Working closely with customers and team members, the Yard Person helps ensure products are available, orders are fulfilled correctly and NHS continues to deliver outstanding service to our customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Pick and prepare customer orders safely, accurately and efficiently
- Load and unload customer vehicles, NHS utes and trucks in accordance with safe work practices
- Assist with pass-ups and the safe handling of products during onsite deliveries
- Receive, move, stock and replenish timber, hardware, plasterboard and other building products
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe warehouse and yard environment
- Conduct stock counts and assist with stocktakes as required
- Follow Safe Work Instructions (SWIs) and all workplace health and safety requirements
- Participate in toolbox talks and contribute to a positive safety culture
- Work collaboratively with team members to support customer service and branch operations
About You
You enjoy hands-on work, like to keep busy and take pride in maintaining a safe, organised and efficient work environment. You are reliable, proactive and enjoy working as part of a team to deliver great outcomes for customers.
You will bring:
- A strong commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices
- A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider team
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Good attention to detail and organisational skills
- Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic
- A current Driver Licence (Provisional Licence or above)
- A Forklift Licence or the willingness and ability to obtain one
Employee Benefits
- Your birthday off every year as our gift to you
- Annual health & wellbeing support, including a wellness rebate and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Reward and recognition programs
- Discounts on products and services through our partners and associations
- Access to ongoing training and development opportunities
- Regular staff social events and workplace giving opportunities
NHS respectfully advises that all roles are subject to ongoing random Drug and Alcohol testing. Pre-employment checks including a pre-employment medical, drug & alcohol screening, reference checks and background check will form part of the recruitment process.
How to Apply
You can hit the apply button on this ad. Alternatively, if you would like to know more about us, check out our Careers Page and apply on our website at https://www.nhs.trade/careers.
