Apprentice Warehouse Operative

A fantastic and rare opportunity to join a dynamic, progressive, and professional logistics department at a world-renowned mass participation sports events company. London Marathon Events Ltd are looking to recruit the right candidate to embark on an apprenticeship that blends both on the job working across the company's portfolio of events with academic studies over the course of an initial two-year fixed term contract.  The candidate will gain extensive experience of all logistical aspects of the overall operations of the business along with the attainment of an industry recognised qualification.

Receipt of goods and vehicle marshalling Loading and unloading regular deliveries and event vehicles Reconciliation and put away of received goods Processing of goods and their transfer to an appropriate warehouse location Perform a variety of picking and packing procedures Preparation of goods for dispatch Waste management, recycling and housekeeping Undertake scheduled and unscheduled stock taking activities Complete and maintain electronic inventories Ad-hoc driving of light goods vehicles to complete deliveries of event equipment Adherence to health & safety legislation Identify and escalate problems beyond own responsibility

To become an apprentice, you must:

Not already be in full-time education You can start an apprenticeship whether you’re starting your career, want a change You can have a previous qualification like a degree and still start an apprenticeship

As an apprentice you’ll:

Have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace. Learn and train for a specific job. Get paid and receive holiday leave. Get hands-on experience in a real job. Study for at least 20% of your working hours. Complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship

What is an apprenticeship?

An apprenticeship is a real job where you learn, gain experience, and get paid. You’re an employee with a contract of employment and holiday leave. By the end of an apprenticeship, you'll have the right skills and knowledge needed for your chosen career.

Training Outcome:

Towards the end of the apprenticeship, a comprehensive mutual review of the period will be completed. This will include discussing internal progression opportunities at London Marathon Events as well as providing interview skills training, CV writing support and further education options.

Employer Description:
London Marathon Events (part of the London Marathon Group) works to inspire, champion and increase activity in all ages, abilities, and demographics. We do this through our successful event portfolio (which includes the TCS London Marathon and TCS Mini London Marathon, Brighton Marathon, The Big Half, Vitality London 10,000, Vitality Westminster Mile, Standard Chartered Great City Race and Swim Serpentine) and through our extensive outreach programmes working with schools and community groups in London and across the UK. Our events raise millions for charities every year to improve the lives of individuals and communities, and we passionately believe in the power of sport as a force for good. Our values are integral to who we are, how we work and what we do: Impact – together we create positive change Innovate – together we enable new ideas Everyone – together we champion inclusivity Customer First – together we go the extra mile for all Diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do, and we want to ensure they are at the heart of our company. We strongly value diversity within our workforce and recognise that different people bring different perspectives, lived experience, ideas, and culture to the company. This difference brings with it great strengths, including diversity of thought and innovation.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9am-5pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness