Apprentice Warehouse Person

Holland & Barrett; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading kitchen supplier in the UK is offering an opportunity for an Apprentice Warehouse Person in the City of Edinburgh. This role includes comprehensive training in warehouse operations while pursuing a Level 2 Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Apprenticeship. The position offers a competitive salary of £15,704, along with paid holiday benefits and a generous pension scheme. Candidates should exhibit strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. A commitment to personal development is crucial.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid holiday entitlement

Matched contribution Pension Scheme

Staff discount on products

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail required.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work autonomously is necessary.
• Effective planning and organizing abilities needed.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers courteously and knowledgeably.
• Maintain stock and adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Conduct security checks on incoming stock and outgoing orders.
• Perform daily checks on mechanical equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Effective planning and organizing

Ability to work autonomously

Job description

At Howdens, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading apprenticeship employers. With a long-standing commitment to developing talent, we've been recognised among the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers since 2022. Our apprentices don’t just do a job - they build lasting careers.

Apprentice Warehouse Person

As an integral part of our workforce, we are seeking talented individuals to join our award-winning apprenticeship scheme and help drive our business forward. The Apprentice Warehouse Person role offers a unique opportunity to receive comprehensive on-the-job training and expert support from a leading training provider while pursuing a Level 2 Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Apprenticeship. The program typically spans 12 to 15 months.

Responsibilities

As a Warehouse Person, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining our 'in stock' business model in one of our local depots. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Engaging with customers in a courteous, professional, and knowledgeable manner.
• Ensuring effective stock maintenance, adhering to strict health and safety regulations, and delivering exceptional customer service.
• Maintaining general housekeeping duties, including stock rotation, cleanliness, and tidiness, in compliance with Health & Safety guidelines.
• Conducting security and compliance checks on incoming stock and outgoing orders, with a strong focus on accuracy.
• Performing daily checks on the forklift truck and other mechanical equipment, promptly reporting any defects to the Depot Manager.

Requirements

We are looking for people with the following qualities who want to learn new skills in a warehouse environment:

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and use own initiative.
• Strong communication skills.
• Effective planning and organising abilities.
• Capability to prioritise and manage own workload effectively.
• A strong desire for continuous personal and professional development.
• The right to work in the UK and related evidence

Please note - if you have considerable experience in a similar role, you may not be suitable for an apprenticeship. If you already have experience and are looking for a full time role please visit careers.howdens.com to see our non-apprenticeship opportunities.

The Apprenticeship

• Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2 - Intermediate Apprenticeship.
• Training provided by our in-house Learning & Development Team.
• Support from external training providers.
• A 15-month program, including a minimum 12-month learning period and end-point assessment.
• Apprentices without Level 1 English and maths qualifications will be supported in achieving this level before undertaking the Level 2 English and maths test for the end-point assessment and apprenticeship completion.

Rewards and Benefits

We believe in recognising and rewarding the hard work and dedication of our team members. In return for your commitment, you will receive:

• A competitive £15,704 salary.
• Paid holiday entitlement.
• A generous matched contribution Pension Scheme.
• Team incentives and outings.
• Staff discount on Howdens products

About Howdens

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, trusted by over 460,000 trade professionals. With more than 900 depots and a growing presence across Europe, we’re a business built on entrepreneurial spirit and strong local relationships.

At Howdens, we’re committed to being worthwhile for all concerned. We aim to create an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, just email [e-mail] with the job title and location, and we’ll be happy to help.