Job type: Full time
Location: Ringwood
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: Competitive
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.
To succeed you’ll be a great team player with a can-do attitude, and you’ll be right at home.
The primary responsibility of the Yard Foreman is to be responsible for the efficient and smooth running of the yard operation.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Supervising the yard staff – involvement in recruitment, training, monitoring staffing levels etc.
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Ensuring high standards of Customer Service are met in the yard area in accordance with our Customer Journey minimum standards
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Assisting with monitoring stock levels
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Assisting with the placement and zoning of stock
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Health and safety (including manual handling)
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Security
Day-to-day duties will include:
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Serving customers in the yard, both manually and with a counterbalance forklift
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Loading/unloading lorries
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Receiving and storing products from suppliers and dealing with the associated paperwork
Requirements:
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Counterbalance forklift license (essential)
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Knowledge of building materials is an advantage
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Friendly and professional manner
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Ability to delegate tasks to staff and lead by example
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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:
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Friendly
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Enthusiastic
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Professional
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Interested
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Attentive
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Helpful
What’s in it for me?
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Annual profit share scheme
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24/7 wellbeing support
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22 days holiday
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Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
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Unlimited training
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Staff discounts
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Christmas Hamper
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Monthly Pizza on us
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Company pension
Yard Foreman in Ringwood employer: Elliotts
Elliotts is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and family-oriented work culture, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful employment in Chandlers Ford. With a strong focus on employee growth through unlimited training opportunities and a profit share scheme, team members are encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally. The company’s commitment to customer service and teamwork fosters a friendly atmosphere where employees can take pride in their contributions while enjoying unique perks like monthly pizza and staff discounts.
