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Yard and warehouse operative

United Kingdom, Sudbury · Job Posted April 11, 2026
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Yard & Warehouse Operative – Huws Gray Sudbury - Keep Things Moving Behind the Scenes. Fixed Term Contract - 6 months. 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, Huws Gray Plant & Tool Hire, 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 & Warehouse Operative to join the team at our Sudbury branch. If you enjoy working outdoors, being part of a practical team, and delivering excellent customer service, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Responsibility

  • 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 & warehouse – keeping it safe, tidy and secure for our customers and colleagues

Requirements

  • Great attitude
  • Ready to pitch in and be part of the team

Nice to have

Forklift licence

What we offer

  • 24 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays
  • Attendance bonus & 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
  • On-the-job training and opportunities to work towards recognised qualifications, including apprenticeships

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